Declining since 1998, #5,045 for boys today.
Popularity of Daymon since 1912
Babies named Daymon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 24 |
| 1920s | 75 |
| 1930s | 74 |
| 1940s | 75 |
| 1950s | 77 |
| 1960s | 130 |
| 1970s | 266 |
| 1980s | 76 |
| 1990s | 291 |
| 2000s | 329 |
| 2010s | 213 |
| 2020s | 93 |
Meaning & origin
Daymon is a modern American name that emerged in the early 20th century, first recorded in 1912. It remains uncommon, with a peak in popularity in 1998, when it ranked highest. The name has been on a downward trajectory since then, but its distinctive sound appeals to parents looking for a unique variation of the more traditional Damon. Its etymology is speculative, possibly blending 'day' with 'mon' or simply a contemporary respelling.
Daymon is a modern coinage, first recorded in 1912. It may be a respelling of Damon, a name from Greek mythology meaning 'to tame' or 'constant', or it could be a creative combination from the English words 'day' and 'mon' (an archaic form of 'man'). The name is primarily used in the United States and saw peak usage in the 1990s.
“Daymon” around the world
Where Daymon lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Daymon
Names that share Daymon's style, for a brother or sister.
