Dagon

“Dagon is an ancient name with roots in several Middle Eastern cultures” — Associated with agriculture (grain) and reflects the association w

Hebrew origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7364US 2022

11Births / yr

↑Rising

168All-time births

📅 Since 199600

What does Dagon mean and where does it come from?

Dagon is an ancient name with roots in several Middle Eastern cultures. In Hebrew, the name is associated with agriculture (grain) and reflects the association with fertility deities. Dagon is notably known as a major god of the Philistines, often depicted in ancient texts as a deity of fertility an

Cultural significance

Dagon has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #4515 in 2008 — currently #7364 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dagon?

Dagon works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Dagon Grace

How popular is Dagon right now?

Rising fast — up 5162 spots — currently #7364 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2022#7364 · Top 5.4%

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2005

2010

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#7364	11	▲ up 5162 · +120% births
2021	#12526	5	▼ down 3968 · -44% births
2010	#8558	9	▼ down 3558 · -47% births
2005	#5000	17	▲ up 1277 · +55% births
2000	#6277	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dagon

Best Year2005Rank #5000

Peak Count17

Average Rank#7945

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20225 years

The story of Dagon

Dagon is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 168 total births recorded, Dagon remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6277 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7364 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Dagon in 2008:

Jacob Michael Ethan Joshua Daniel

Dagon by decade

Dagon peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	13
2000s ★	117
2010s	38

💎Dagon has only 168 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dagon?

Common

DagDagieDagy

Famous people named Dagon

Dagon (historical community leader)

Dagon led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.

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What names sound and feel like Dagon?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Dagon also consider these

Dargon

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Damon

Greece · One who tames,

Dason

American · Son of David

Dagan

Hebrew · Grain; wheat

Daigon

English · a variant of

Dayon

American · A beloved name

Danon

Israel · a meaning of

Dajon

American · Derived from the

How is Dagon written in other languages?

Dagan

NEAR EASTERN MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Dagon

What does the name Dagon mean?

Dagon means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Dagon?

Dagon is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Dagon have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Dagon?

Dagon originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Dagon trending right now?

Dagon is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Dagon a common or rare name?

Dagon is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.