Daemien
Of French origin, meaning "to overcome or to subdue".
Name Census estimates that about 131 living Americans carry the first name Daemien. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Daemien today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Daemien births was 2009 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Daemien. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
131
~ 1 in 2,616,445 Americans
Peak year
2009
16 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2018 SSA rank
#9,883
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Daemien: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Daemien from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 89 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Daemien remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Daemien by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Daemien during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Daemien
The name Daemien has its origins in ancient Greek culture, emerging during the classical period around the 5th century BCE. It is derived from the Greek word "daimon," which initially referred to a supernatural being or spirit, often portrayed as a guiding force in one's life. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass various connotations, including fate, fortune, and even genius.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Daemien can be found in the works of the renowned Greek philosopher Plato, who explored the concept of the "daimonion" – a divine or spiritual guide that influenced one's actions and decisions. This philosophical notion played a significant role in shaping the perception and usage of the name throughout antiquity.
As the influence of Greek culture spread across the Mediterranean region, the name Daemien gained traction and appeared in various historical records and literary works. During the Roman era, it was often associated with individuals who possessed exceptional talents or were believed to be guided by divine forces.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Daemien. One of the earliest recorded individuals was Daemien of Alexandria, a Neoplatonist philosopher who lived in the 5th century CE and wrote extensively on the teachings of Plato and Aristotle. Another prominent figure was Daemien of Gaul, a Christian saint and martyr who lived in the 3rd century CE and was venerated for his unwavering faith and courage in the face of persecution.
In more recent times, the name Daemien has been carried by individuals from various walks of life. Daemien Hirst, born in 1965, is a renowned British artist known for his works that challenge traditional notions of art and explore themes of mortality and decay. Daemien Rice, born in 1968, is an Irish singer-songwriter whose melancholic and introspective music has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated following.
Another notable figure is Daemien Dempsey, born in 1977, an Australian actor and filmmaker who has received recognition for his roles in various television series and films. Daemien Hall, born in 1979, is a former professional basketball player from the United States who enjoyed a successful career in the NBA and international leagues.
While the name Daemien may have evolved in its connotations over the centuries, it remains a testament to the enduring influence of ancient Greek culture and the timeless exploration of the human condition, encompassing themes of fate, fortune, and the pursuit of knowledge and truth.
People
Daemien + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Daemien as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Daemien: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Daemien?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 131 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Daemien going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,616,445 US residents.
Is Daemien a common name?
We classify Daemien as "Very Rare". It ranks above 68.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 132 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Daemien most popular?
The single biggest year for Daemien was 2009, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Daemien is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Daemien in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Daemien a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Daemien in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Daemien still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Daemien in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Daemien can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Daemien?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Daemien at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.