250+ Demon Baby Names: Dark, Cool & Surprisingly Beautiful

So you want to give your baby a name with a little bite to it. Something with history, depth, and maybe a hint of darkness. Welcome to the world of demon names — and honestly? We're obsessed. 🖤

From biblical demon names steeped in ancient lore to Japanese demon names straight out of mythology, to the ones that just sound undeniably cool — this is your ultimate list. Whether you're team "edgy but wearable" or firmly in the "go big or go home" camp, there's something here for every parent who wants their kid's name to make a statement.

And before you side-eye us — naming your baby after a demon doesn't mean you're raising one. (Although, toddlers…) It means you appreciate names with stories behind them. Names with power. Names that aren't going to be shared with four other kids in their class. Let's get into it. 😈

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Demon names for girls

These demon names for girls range from ethereally beautiful to undeniably fierce. All of them have serious backstory.

1. Abyzou: A demon of miscarriage and infant death in Near Eastern mythology. Heavy lore, but an unusual and striking sound.
2. Achlys: Greek goddess of the death mist, one of the oldest primordial deities. Means "mist" or "poison."
3. Ardat: A demon from Akkadian mythology.
4. Banshee: The wailing spirit of Irish mythology whose scream foretells death. 🍀
5. Circe: The witch-goddess of Greek mythology who turned men into pigs. A name that's had a huge literary revival thanks to Madeline Miller's novel.
6. Cora: The alternate name of Persephone (from Kore), Queen of the Underworld. And it's a Top 50 name right now. 👀
7. Desdemona: A Greek name meaning "ill-fated" or "of the devil." A Shakespearean name with surprisingly dark roots.
8. Eisheth: Personification of sin in Jewish mythology.
9. Empusa: A shape-shifting demon in Greek mythology associated with Hecate.
10. Ereshkigal: Sumerian goddess and ruler of the underworld. Sister of Inanna and genuinely formidable.
11. Gorgon: Collective name for the snake-haired sisters of Greek mythology, of which Medusa is the most famous.
12. Hariti: A Buddhist demon who devoured children before being converted by the Buddha.
13. Hecate: Greek goddess of witchcraft, crossroads, and the night. The original powerful woman who does what she wants.
14. Hecuba: In Greek mythology, associated with chaos and sorrow.
15. Hel: Norse ruler of the realm of the dead.
16. Inanna: Mesopotamian goddess of love and war who descended into the underworld.
17. Ishtar: Babylonian goddess of love and war who journeyed through the underworld.
18. Kali: The Hindu goddess of time, death, and destruction — and also of liberation.
19. Kulshedra: A fire-breathing she-demon from Albanian mythology.
20. Lamashtu: The most feared demoness of ancient Mesopotamia, said to prey on mothers and newborns. The lore is heavy, but what a name.
21. Lamia: In Greek mythology, a child-devouring demon queen.
22. Lilith: The OG. In Jewish folklore, Lilith was Adam's first wife who refused to submit and was cast out — making her a feminist icon and a demon all at once. Dark and empowering. Currently sitting in the US Top 100.
23. Ljubi: A female demon from Albanian folklore.
24. Lorelai: A siren-like water spirit of German folklore who lures sailors to their deaths. (And one for the Gilmore Girls fans.) 🌊
25. Mara: A Buddhist demon of temptation and also the spirit of nightmares in Norse mythology.
26. Medusa: Technically a monster rather than a demon, but widely demonized in mythology.
27. Metztli: Aztec goddess of the moon, considered demonic in some traditions.
28. Morrigan: Celtic goddess of fate, war, and death — often associated with crows.
29. Naamah: In Jewish mysticism, one of the four angels of sacred prostitution and mother of Asmodeus. 😈
30. Nemesis: The Greek goddess of revenge and retribution. We stan a name with consequences.
31. Nyx: The Greek goddess of the night and mother of all darkness. 🌃
32. Persephone: Queen of the underworld in Greek mythology. Also known as Kore, she was the daughter of Zeus who became ruler of the dead.
33. Qarinah: An evil spirit in Arab folklore said to haunt people.
34. Rangda: A terrifying child-eating demon from Balinese mythology.
35. Ruha: A female spirit of evil in Mandaean mythology.
36. Rusalka: A Slavic water spirit said to lure humans to their deaths.
37. Selene: The Greek moon goddess, closely linked with Hecate and the underworld.
38. Seraphina: Derived from the seraphim, the highest order of angels — but with such dark, smoldering energy that it earns a spot on this list easily.
39. Vanth: An Etruscan winged demon of the underworld, often depicted with a torch.
40. Veles: Slavic underworld deity (also used for males).

Demon names for boys

These demon names for boys have serious weight behind them.

41. Aamon: A Marquis of Hell, said to have the head of a wolf and the tail of a serpent. Aamon is a cool, wearable alternative to Amon or Aaron.
42. Abezethibou: A one-winged demon from Jewish demonology who hardened the heart of Pharaoh. Abezethibou is a lore name through and through — but Abet or Zhibou as a nickname? Interesting.
43. Abigor: A Great Duke of Hell who rides a winged horse. 🐎
44. Aeshma: The Zoroastrian demon of wrath and violence. Short, sharp, and ancient. A great alternative to Asher for parents who like unusual names.
45. Agares: A Great Duke of Hell.
46. Agiel: A spirit associated with the planet Saturn in Jewish mysticism. A similar sound to Angel but with a much darker edge.
47. Alastor: The demon of family feuds and vengeance in Christian demonology. Also the name of a character in the Hazbin Hotel.
48. Alloces: A Duke of Hell described as a great lion with a red face.
49. Amaymon: One of the four kings of Hell in Christian demonology. Amaymon has a cool, almost musical sound and is deeply underused.
50. Andras: A Great Marquis of Hell said to sow discord. Andras is actually an old Welsh and Breton name meaning "man".
51. Apophis: The ancient Egyptian serpent demon of chaos, the eternal enemy of Ra.
52. Astaroth: One of the Great Dukes of Hell. Derived from Astarte, the ancient Semitic goddess of love and war.
53. Bael: The first king of Hell in the Ars Goetia.
54. Baphomet: The occult goat-headed deity associated with Satanism and the Knights Templar. Bold, recognisable, and undeniably dramatic.
55. Barbatos: A Great Earl and Duke of Hell in the Ars Goetia, who can speak to animals.
56. Belphegor: The demon of sloth and indecent suggestions.
57. Berith: A Great Duke of Hell in Christian demonology, said to turn metals into gold.
58. Bifrons: An Earl of Hell who teaches science and art.
59. Boruta: A Polish swamp demon known for corrupting noblemen.
60. Botis: A Great President and Earl of Hell who appears as a serpent. 🐍
61. Bune: A Great Duke of Hell who makes men wise and rich.
62. Caim: A Great President of Hell who appears as a thrush. Also a variant of Cain with a softer edge.
63. Choronzon: A chaos demon from Thelemic tradition, said to be the dweller of the abyss. More lore than baby name, but Ronzon works as an unusual short form.
64. Cimejes: A Great Marquis of Hell who rules over Africa in demonological tradition.
65. Crocell : A Great Duke of Hell who can create the illusion of water. 💧
66. Dajjal: The Islamic equivalent of the Antichrist — a false messiah who will appear before the Day of Judgement.
67. Dantalion: A Great Duke of Hell who can read and alter people's thoughts.
68. Decarabia: A Great Marquis of Hell who appears as a star.
69. Eligos: A knight of Hell in demonological tradition, said to know the secrets of war.
70. Erlik: The god of the underworld and evil in Turkic and Mongolian mythology.
71. Fenrir: The monstrous wolf of Norse mythology, son of Loki, who is destined to devour Odin at Ragnarök.
72. Focalor: A Great Duke of Hell who commands the seas.
73. Forneus: A Great Marquis of Hell from the Ars Goetia.
74. Furcas: A Knight of Hell in the Ars Goetia.
75. Halphas: A Great Earl of Hell who builds towers and supplies weapons.
76. Hanbi: The Sumerian father of the demon Pazuzu.
77. Haures: A Great Duke of Hell.
78. Iblis: The Islamic name for the devil, equivalent to Satan.
79. Ipos: A Great Earl and Prince of Hell who knows all things past and future.
80. Krampus: The horned Christmas demon of Germanic-Christian tradition who punishes naughty children.
81. Leonard: The demon master of black magic sabbaths in Christian demonology. Also just a very normal name that secretly has demonic origins.
82. Leraje: A Marquis of Hell who appears as an archer.
83. Malphas: A Great President of Hell who appears as a crow.
84. Marbas: A Great President of Hell who can heal or cause disease.
85. Marchosias: A Great Marquis of Hell, originally a female demon who transformed into a male.
86. Mephistopheles: The demon of Faustian legend. Not exactly a first-day-at-daycare name, but Mephisto works as a shorter form.
87. Merihem: A demon of pestilence in Christian demonology.
88. Morax: Also known as Marax or Foraii. A Great Earl and President of Hell in the Ars Goetia.
89. Murmur: A Duke and Earl of Hell.
90. Naberius: The most valiant Marquis of Hell, said to restore lost dignities.
91. Namtar: The Sumerian demon of fate and death who carries 60 diseases.
92. Nergal: Babylonian god of death and the underworld.
93. Ninurta: The Sumerian god of war and hunting who became associated with destruction.
94. Orcus: The Roman god of death and punisher of broken oaths. The Roman version of Hades.
95. Orobas: A Great Prince of Hell who tells the past, present, and future.
96. Oriax: A Great Marquis of Hell.
97. Ose: A Great President of Hell who makes men mad.
98. Phenex: A Great Marquis of Hell who appears as a phoenix. Phenex is an unusual and beautiful alternative to Phoenix.
99. Pruflas: A Prince and Great Duke of Hell who sows discord.
100. Purson: A Great King of Hell who rides a bear. 🐻
101. Rahab: The angel of the deep and demon of pride in Jewish folklore.
102. Raum: A Great Earl of Hell in demonological tradition who commands thirty legions of demons.
103. Ravana: The ten-headed demon king of Hindu mythology.
104. Rimmon: A Syrian storm god turned demon in Christian demonology.
105. Ronove: A Great Marquis and Earl of Hell who harvests old souls.
106. Sabnock: A Great Marquis of Hell who builds towers.
107. Saleos: A Great Duke of Hell who promotes love between men and women.
108. Seir: A Great Prince of Hell from the Ars Goetia.
109. Shax: A Great Marquis of Hell who appears as a stork.
110. Sitri: A Great Prince of Hell associated with lust.
111. Stolas: A Great Prince of Hell who appears as an owl. Also one for all the Helluva Boss fans out there. 🦉
112. Surgat: A demon from Christian demonology who can open any lock.
113. Typhon: The last great monster of Greek mythology, described as the deadliest creature ever.
114. Ukobach: A demon of Christian demonology, the inventor of fireworks and fried food (yes, really).
115. Valefor: A Duke of Hell who appears as a lion.
116. Vapula: A Great Duke of Hell who teaches philosophy and science.
117. Vassago: A mighty Prince of Hell who finds lost things and foretells the future.
118. Vepar: A Great Duke of Hell who governs the seas.
119. Vine: A King and Earl of Hell. Nature-inspired with a hidden edge.
120. Xaphan: A demon who stokes the fires of Hell with a bellows. 🔥
121. Yeqon: The angel who led other angels astray in Jewish mythology.
122. Zagan: A king of Hell in demonological tradition, also a popular fantasy demon name.
123. Zepar: A Great Duke of Hell associated with love and lust in the Ars Goetia.

Gender-neutral demon names

Not every name needs a gender, and honestly? Some of the best demon names sit beautifully in the middle. Whether you're team gender-neutral or just found a name that's too good to pass up regardless of the box it ticks — these picks work for any baby.

124. Abraxas: A Gnostic deity associated with both divine and demonic power.
125. Ahriman: The supreme evil spirit of Zoroastrianism, the eternal opponent of Ahura Mazda. Ahriman is short and powerful; Angra is softer and more unusual.
126. Archon: A Gnostic term for demonic rulers of the material world.
127. Asura: A class of powerful, war-like beings in Hindu mythology and Buddhism — divine but demonic.
128. Cambion: A half-demon, half-human child in medieval folklore.
129. Daeva: A class of demonic beings in Zoroastrianism.
130. Gaki: A hungry ghost of Japanese mythology, condemned to eternal starvation.
131. Gremory: A Great Duke of Hell who appears as a woman riding a camel.
132. Grigori: The Watchers — fallen angels who came to Earth and mated with humans in Jewish demonology.
133. Ifrit: A powerful class of spirit in Islamic mythology, associated with fire and the underworld. 🔥
134. Kokabiel: An angel who taught astrology to humans and was subsequently cast out, in Jewish mythology.
135. Lempo: The Finnish devil, associated with lust and chaos.
136. Penemue: A fallen angel in Jewish and Christian mythology who taught humans to write.
137. Stihi: A shape-shifting Albanian demon.

Biblical demon baby names

The Bible is honestly full of demonic references — and some of the most powerful and interesting demon names in history come straight from scripture.

138. Abaddon: The angel of the bottomless pit, named in the Book of Revelation. In Hebrew, the word itself means "destruction."
139. Asmodeus: Named in the deuterocanonical Book of Tobit as a demon who kills Sarah's seven husbands. One of the most explicitly named demons in the Bible.
140. Azazel: Referenced in Leviticus as the recipient of the scapegoat on the Day of Atonement. Later demonological texts identify Azazel as a fallen angel.
141. Beelzebub: Referenced throughout both the Old and New Testaments as a prince of demons. One of the most famous demon names in the Bible.
142. Belial: Used throughout the Old Testament to describe pure wickedness. In later tradition, Belial became one of the greatest princes of Hell.
143. Cain: The biblical son of Adam and Eve who committed the first murder. A name so familiar it almost doesn't feel demonic anymore — but the lore is very much there.
144. Legion: The name given by a possessed man in the Gospels of Mark and Luke. "My name is Legion, for we are many." One of the most chilling demon names in the Bible. 😨
145. Leviathan: The sea serpent of chaos, referenced in Job, Psalms, and Isaiah. One of the most ancient and powerful demon names in the Bible. But it can also be shortened to Levi, if Leviathan is too much of a mouthful.
146. Lucifer: The most famous fallen angel. Literally means "light-bearer" in Latin. Controversial, yes. Undeniably powerful, also yes.
147. Mammon: Referenced by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount as the personification of greed. "You cannot serve both God and Mammon."
148. Mastema: Referenced in the Book of Jubilees as an accusing angel who carries out God's punishments.
149. Moloch: A god of the Canaanites, repeatedly condemned in the Old Testament. Associated with child sacrifice.
150. Samael: In Jewish tradition, the angel of death and destruction. Also sometimes identified as the serpent in the Garden of Eden.

Japanese demon baby names

Japanese mythology has some of the richest demonic lore in the world. These Japanese demon names come from a tradition of powerful spirits and supernatural beings:

151. Akuma: The Japanese word for devil or demon. Increasingly used in Western pop culture, especially in gaming.
152. Fujin: God of wind in Japanese mythology, brother of Raijin, and associated with destruction.
153. Hannya: A jealous female demon from Japanese Noh theatre, depicted as a horned mask with a terrifying expression.
154. Izanami: The Japanese goddess of creation who became ruler of the underworld after dying in childbirth.
155. Jorōgumo: A shape-shifting spider demon.
156. Kappa: A water demon of Japanese folklore said to drag children into rivers.
157. Mazoku: A class of demon in Japanese folklore.
158. Oni: The most iconic demon of Japanese folklore — powerful, club-wielding, and terrifying.
159. Raijin: The Japanese god of lightning and thunder, associated with storms and chaos.
160. Shinigami: The Japanese god of death, a soul-collecting spirit similar to the Grim Reaper. Increasingly popular thanks to anime.
161. Tengu: A supernatural creature of Japanese folklore — part bird, part human, often considered demonic.

Names that mean demon

After a rare demonic name that you won’t hear on the playground? Here are some unique names that mean demon or devil.

162. Agma: Meaning “demon” in Korean.
163. Akuma: Meaning “demon” in Japanese.
164. Ari: Meaning “demon” in Icelandic.
165. Bes: Meaning “demon” in Czech.
166. Bilisi: Meaning “devil” in Yoruba.
167. Catan: Meaning “demon” in Acholi.
168. Cythraul: Meaning “demon” in Welsh.
169. Daitya: Meaning “demon” in Sanskrit.
170. Damon: Meaning “demon” in German.
171. Dasyu: Meaning “devil” in Sanskrit.
172. Davo: Meaning “devil” in Croatian.
173. Deabru: Meaning “demon” in Basque.
174. Diablo: Meaning "devil” in Spanish.
175. Djall: Meaning “demon” in Albanian.
176. Emo: Meaning “demon” in Chinese.
177. Ganeni: Meaning “demon” in Amharic.
178. Hiprit: Meaning “demon” in Avar.
179. Hudic: Meaning “devil” in Slovenian.
180. Iciwa: Meaning “demon” in Bemba.
181. Ino: Meaning “devil” in Tahitian.
182. Jinni: Meaning “demon” in Somali.
183. Lanet: Meaning “demon” in Albanian.
184. Letimona: Meaning “demon” in Tswana.
185. Mogui: Meaning “devil” in Chinese.
186. Pepo: Meaning “demon” in Swahili.
187. Pisac: Meaning “demon” in Thai.
188. Puki: Meaning “demon” in Icelandic.
189. Quy: Meaning “demon” in Vietnamese.
190. Raksasa: Meaning “demon” in Bengali.
191. Rakhos: Meaning “demon” in Assamese.
192. Rewera: Meaning “demon” in Maori.
193. Seetana: Meaning “demon” in Afar.
194. Shaytan: Meaning “demon” in Arabic.
195. Shemed: Meaning “demon” in Hebrew.
196. Shetani: Meaning “demon” in Swahili.
197. Skolli: Meaning “demon” in Icelandic.
198. Sithani: Meaning “demon” in Alur.
199. Supaya: Meaning “demon” in Aymara.
200. Temoni: Meaning “demon” in Samoan.
201. Tiaporo: Meaning “demon” in Tahitian.
202. Velnias: Meaning “devil” in Lithuanian.

Famous demon names from pop culture

Some demon names have crossed over so fully into mainstream culture that they no longer feel dangerous — just iconic:

203. Annabelle: The haunted doll from The Conjuring universe. Still in the US Top 100.
204. Anyanka: A vengeance demon from Buffy the Vampire Slayer who grants wishes. But of course, she shortens it to Anya.
205. Carmilla: The vampire-demoness from Sheridan Le Fanu's gothic novella — predates Dracula and honestly deserves more credit. Also the weaponry demon from Hazbin Hotel.
206. Charlie: Not strictly a demon name, but the name of Lucifer’s daughter, and the Princess of Hell in Hazbin Hotel.
207. Crowley: The demon protagonist of Good Omens. Also a surname-as-first-name trend.
208. Dagon: Ancient Semitic deity and Lovecraftian monster.
209. Daki: A powerful demon from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
210. Damien: The name of the Antichrist in The Omen. Now a perfectly mainstream baby name.
211. Etna: A demon noble from the Disgaea video game series. Also a Sicilian volcano. Either way, it's fiery. 🌋
212. Halfrek: A vengeance demon specialising in children's wishes in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Could be shortened to Hallie.
213. Homura: A demon-turned-magical girl from Puella Magi Madoka Magica. A beautiful Japanese name meaning "flame." 🔥
214. Kagura: A demon from Demon Love Spell. Also a real Japanese word meaning "music of the gods". 🎶
215. Koakuma: A minor demon from the Touhou Project game series. Means "little devil" in Japanese. 😈
216. Lasciel: A fallen angel from Jim Butcher's Dresden Files series.
217. Loona: A hellhound demon from Helluva Boss.
218. Makima: The terrifying demon-controlling figure from Chainsaw Man.
219. Mazikeen: Lilith's daughter and Lucifer's companion in Lucifer.
220. Meg: As in Meg Masters, the demon from Supernatural.
221. Millie: A demon assassin from Helluva Boss.
222. Niffty: A 1950s-style demon from Hazbin Hotel.
223. Octavia: The demon daughter of Stolas in Helluva Boss. Also a Roman name meaning "eighth"
224. Paimon: The terrifying entity in Hereditary. An ancient name with a horrifying modern pop culture association.
225. Pandemonica: A demon from Helltaker. Shortened to Pandora or Monica, this has real baby name potential.
226. Pazuzu: The Babylonian demon of the wind, made famous by The Exorcist.
227. Raven: The half-demon daughter of Trigon in DC Comics. 🐦‍⬛
228. Rosie: A cannibal demon overlord from Hazbin Hotel.
229. Ruby: A demon from Supernatural — and one of the most popular baby names around.
230. Silene: A female demon from Devilman. Also a genus of wildflowers.
231. Stella: A demon character from Helluva Boss.
232. Trigon: The demonic father of Raven in Teen Titans.
233. Trish: A half-demon character from Devil May Cry.
234. Valac: The demon nun from The Conjuring series.
235. Valentino: The lustful (and controversial) demon from Hazbin Hotel.
236. Velvette: The social media demon from Hazbin Hotel.
237. Verosika: A succubus demon from Helluva Boss.
238. Vox: A demon media mogul from Hazbin Hotel.
239. Zdrada: A demon from Helltaker. Means "betrayal" in Polish.
240. Zeezi: Another demon from Hazbin Hotel.

Cute demon names

Because some demon names are just simply adorable.

241. Ala: A Serbian and Macedonian demon of storms and bad weather.
242. Anzu: A Sumerian storm demon depicted as a lion-headed eagle. 🦅
243. Baku: A Japanese dream-eating spirit.
244. Callie: From Callicantzaros, a monstrous demon of Greek folklore that haunts the twelve days of Christmas.
245. Coco: Derived from El Coco, the Iberian equivalent of the Boogeyman. But Coco is objectively adorable. 🥥
246. Lila: A variant of Lilith, lighter and more wearable but carrying the same roots.
247. Lilo: Related to demon and shadow imagery in Hawaiian folklore. Also just a beautiful name.
248. Nick: Traditional English folk name for the devil (as in “Old Nick”).
249. Nixie: Germanic water spirits who lure humans to drown.
250. Pip: Short for Pipsqueak… or short for demonic trickster sprites in folklore. Either works.
251. Puck: The mischievous fairy-demon from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Increasingly popular as a baby name.
252. Wren: A bird associated with trickster spirits in Celtic mythology. 🐦

How to choose the right demon baby name

A few things worth thinking through before you commit:

• Will it age well? Names like Lilith, Damien, and Mara are dark in origin but feel completely wearable for a child, a teenager, and an adult. Names like Beelzebub… less so.
• What's the nickname situation? Asmodeus becomes Ozzy. Persephone becomes Percy or Effie. Mephistopheles becomes Mephisto. Always think ahead.
• How do you feel about explaining it? Some demon names will prompt zero questions (Cain, Mara, Blake). Others will require a mythology lesson at every birthday party (Focalor).
• Does it fit your last name? Dark names can be softened by cheerful surnames and vice versa. Say it out loud with your last name a few times.
• Trust your gut. If it sounds right, it probably is. You'll know.

Demon names are having a full renaissance — and honestly, we get it. Whether you're drawn to the ancient mythology, the pop culture references, the sheer sound of the name, or the fact that your kid will be the only one in their class with it, there's a demon name out there for every parent and every baby.

From the hauntingly beautiful (Persephone, Mara, Samael) to the genuinely edgy (Lucifer, Abaddon, Kali) to the surprisingly wearable (Damien, Cora, Loki, Nyx), this list has something for everyone. Whatever you choose, you're giving your baby a name with history behind it.

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