Demarreon
A masculine name possibly derived from French elements meaning "determined ruler".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Demarreon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Demarreon today is around 23 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Demarreon births was 2003 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Demarreon. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Demarreon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2003
5 babies that year
Average age
23
years old
2003 SSA rank
#11,301
Tracked since 2003
Popularity
Demarreon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Demarreon 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 Demarreon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Demarreon
The given name Demarreon finds its origins in the African American community, emerging in the late 20th century as a creative and unique variation of more traditional names. It is believed to be a combination of the elements "de," possibly derived from the French preposition meaning "of" or "from," and "marreon," which may have roots in the Arabic name Marwan or the French surname Marion.
While the exact origins and meaning of Demarreon are somewhat ambiguous, it is a name that reflects the cultural diversity and influence of various linguistic traditions within the African American community. Its distinctive sound and spelling set it apart from more common names, making it a choice for parents seeking a name that is both meaningful and unique.
Historical records and references to individuals named Demarreon are relatively scarce, as the name is a relatively modern coinage. However, some notable individuals who have borne this name include Demarreon Pittman, an American football player born in 1997, and Demarreon Beasley, a basketball player from the United States born in 1998.
Beyond these contemporary examples, the earliest recorded instances of the name Demarreon are difficult to trace definitively. It is not found in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records from earlier periods, further suggesting its recent origins within the African American community.
While the name Demarreon may not have a long and storied history like many other given names, its emergence reflects the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of naming practices within cultural communities. It serves as a testament to the creativity and uniqueness that can arise from the blending of linguistic and cultural influences, ultimately contributing to the rich tapestry of names that exist within our diverse societies.
People
Demarreon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Demarreon 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
Demarreon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Demarreon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Demarreon 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Demarreon a common name?
We classify Demarreon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Demarreon most popular?
The single biggest year for Demarreon was 2003, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Demarreon is about 23 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 Demarreon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Demarreon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Demarreon 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 Demarreon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Demarreon 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 Demarreon 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 share the name Demarreon?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Demarreon on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.