Diquon
An American name of uncertain origin possibly derived from a surname.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Diquon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Diquon today is around 31 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Diquon births was 1994 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Diquon. 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 Diquon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1994
5 babies that year
Average age
31
years old
1994 SSA rank
#9,197
Tracked since 1994
Popularity
Diquon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Diquon 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 Diquon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Diquon
The given name Diquon has its origins rooted in the ancient Sumerian civilization, which flourished in the region of modern-day Iraq around 4500 BC to 1900 BC. It is derived from the Sumerian words "di" meaning "eternal" and "quon" meaning "protector," collectively translating to "eternal protector."
This name first appeared in cuneiform inscriptions on clay tablets discovered in the ruins of the city of Ur, one of the oldest cities in Mesopotamia. These tablets often recorded the names of prominent citizens, rulers, and religious figures. The name Diquon was particularly associated with the priesthood, as they were revered as guardians of the divine knowledge and protectors of the sacred temples.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Diquon was a high priest of the moon god Nanna in the city of Ur during the reign of King Shulgi of the Third Dynasty of Ur, around 2094 BC to 2047 BC. This priest played a significant role in the religious ceremonies and rituals of the time.
In the 8th century BC, a renowned scholar and scribe named Diquon from the Assyrian Empire made significant contributions to the preservation of ancient Sumerian texts. His meticulous transcriptions and translations helped ensure the survival of these valuable historical records.
During the 5th century BC, a philosopher and mathematician named Diquon from the ancient Greek city of Miletus is said to have traveled extensively throughout the Middle East, including Mesopotamia. His writings, though fragmented, indicate his fascination with the rich cultural heritage of the region, including the Sumerian language and naming traditions.
In the 2nd century AD, a Syrian Christian monk named Diquon became renowned for his extensive knowledge of ancient languages, including Sumerian and Akkadian. He dedicated his life to preserving and studying the sacred texts and historical records from the cradle of civilization.
Throughout history, the name Diquon has been carried by various individuals, though its use has been relatively rare compared to other names from the region. Its deep-rooted connection to the ancient Sumerian culture and the concept of eternal protection has made it a name steeped in historical significance and reverence.
People
Diquon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Diquon 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
Diquon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Diquon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Diquon 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 Diquon a common name?
We classify Diquon 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 Diquon most popular?
The single biggest year for Diquon was 1994, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Diquon is about 31 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 Diquon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Diquon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Diquon 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 Diquon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Diquon 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 Diquon 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 Americans are named Diquon?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.