Daymon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daymon has its roots in the Greek name 'Daimon', which translates to 'spirit' or 'divine power'. The name has evolved through various historical forms, leading to its modern usage. It is often viewed as a modern variant of Damon. While it lacks biblical significance, it has gained popularity in recent years, associated with strong and unique traits.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daymon"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪmən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Daymon is derived from the Greek name 'Daimon', which means 'spirit' or 'divine power'. The name is often associated with a guardian spirit in mythology.
Meaning
spirit, divine power
Language Evolution
Daimon (Greek), Daimōn (Ancient Greek), Daymon (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Daymon gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century, often seen as a modern variant of the traditional name Damon.
Variants & Derivatives
Damon, Damien, Damon, Daimon
Modern Popularity & Image
Daymon is perceived as a unique and contemporary name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Daymon Patterson (YouTube personality), Daymon John (entrepreneur and investor)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 49 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daymon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Daymon"
"Daymon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3501st of 7545 | 87 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2826th of 6773 | 132 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2871st of 7552 | 156 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1971st of 10718 | 353 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3702nd of 16616 | 225 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3052nd of 24088 | 535 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5198th of 23106 | 216 |
Regional Popularity of "Daymon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
84.53% 2000th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
85.68% 2016th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
53.22% 1563rd/2937 |
- |
50.88% 1790th/3518 |
47.82% 1934th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
45.59% 3334th/7313 |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Daymon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daymon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daymon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Daymon" in the United States
The name Daymon is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Daymon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Daymon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3501st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2826th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2871st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1971st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3702nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3052nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5198th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Daymon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.