To tame or subdue
Demian is a variant of Damian, which originates from the Greek name Damianos. It is derived from the Greek verb 'damazo', meaning to tame or conquer, often associated with the taming of wild animals or the self-discipline of the spirit. The name gained literary prominence through Hermann Hesse's 1919 novel of the same name.
About 54 boys were named Demian in 2025.
The enigmatic and influential title character · Demian by Hermann Hesse
Academy Award-nominated Mexican-American actor
Renowned Brazilian mixed martial artist and grappler
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
