Demon
Gender: Boy
Meaning: To tame, gentle, one who subdues
Origin: Greek
Popularity: Ranked #12490 in 2025 with 5 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Damon. Shares the meaning 'To tame, gentle, one who subdues.'
Similar names: demoni, daemon, demond, demonii, desmon, dezmon, deon, deona
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Demon? About 1 in 665,700 babies born in 2025 were named Demon, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Demon
What does the name Demon mean?
Demon means “To tame, gentle, one who subdues” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Demon?
Demon has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “To tame, gentle, one who subdues”.
How popular is Demon?
Demon ranked #12008 in 2025 — given to 5 babies that year.
When was Demon most popular?
Demon peaked in 1974 with 35 babies registered that year.
Is Demon a boy or girl name?
Demon is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Demons in registered births are male.
Is the name Demon rising or falling in popularity?
Demon has fallen 2381 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9627 in 2020 to #12008 in 2025.
How long has Demon been recorded?
Demon appears in birth records across 49 years — from 1969 through 2025.