Declining since 2007, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Daemian since 2001
Babies named Daemian per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 103 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Daemian is a modern respelling of the more established Damian or Damien names, first appearing in U.S. birth records in 2001. Its peak came in 2006, though it has since declined in use; by 2024 it ranked 12,008th, given to roughly 1 in 341,615 boys. The 'ae' spelling may evoke the word 'daemon' but is best understood as a stylish variation rather than a name with deep historical roots. The name is rare across all states, with no top-state data available. Parents drawn to Daemian often appreciate the edgy, unconventional look while retaining the familiar sound of Damian.
Daemian is a modern respelling of the classic name Damien or Damian, which ultimately derive from the Greek name Damianos, a derivative of daman 'to tame' or 'subdue'. The spelling with 'ae' may be influenced by the word 'daemon' (a spirit or divine power) or simply fashionable respelling. The name Damien has been used since early Christianity, notably borne by Saints Cosmas and Damian, but Daemian as a distinct spelling first appeared in U.S. records in 2001.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dae, Demy, D
Sibling names for Daemian
Names that share Daemian's style, for a brother or sister.
