Demon
Demon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdiː.mən/
Meaning and origin of Demon
- A male given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek δῆμος (dêmos, “ordinary citizens, common people from a district, in a city-state”).
How popular is Demon?
Since 1880, 850 boys in the U.S. have been named Demon. Its highest rank for boys was #1477 in 1974. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Demon
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Demon FAQ
What does the name Demon mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek δῆμος (dêmos, “ordinary citizens, common people from a district, in a city-state”).
What is the origin of the name Demon?
Demon is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Demon?
Since 1880, 850 boys in the U.S. have been named Demon. Its highest rank for boys was #1477 in 1974. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Demon a boy or girl name?
Demon is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 850 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.