Demian
Demian is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
To tame, subdue, or conquer.
Origin and history
Demian is a variant of the classical name Damian, which derives from the Greek name Damianos. It is associated with the verb damazo, meaning to tame or subdue. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare but steady choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,105 babies in the United States have been named Demian since 1880. It ranks #2812 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1600.
States where it is most popular
- CA (49.2 %)
- TX (31.4 %)
- NY (6.9 %)
- AZ (4.2 %)
- IL (3.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 63 |
| 1970-1980 | 520 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 91 |
| 2000-2010 | 471 |
| 2010-2019 | 564 |
| 2020-2029 | 327 |
Famous people named Demian
- Demian Bichir: actor
- Demian Maia: mixed martial artist, jiu-jitsu practitioner
Fun facts
- The name gained significant literary prominence through Hermann Hesse's 1919 classic novel Demian.
- It shares its ancient etymological root with the traditional name Damian.