Diomedes, of Greek origin, is an ancient and distinguished name that signifies 'zealous warrior' or 'he who has received divine honor'. It was borne by several notable figures in mythology and history. In Homer's Iliad, Diomedes is a prominent hero of the Trojan War, known for his courage, strength, and wisdom. He was a king of Argos and led his people alongside Agamemnon against the city of Troy. His name also appears in historical records as a Boeotian general who fought against Alexander the Great. Throughout history, Diomedes has been associated with valour, leadership, and military prowess.
The name Diomedes experienced a notable decline after the initial two peak years of 1979 and 1981 with five births each. There was no recorded birth in 1980 or between 1982 and 1988, followed by a small resurgence in 1989 with six births. The name's popularity dipped again thereafter, with only five births in 1997. Overall, over these years, there were a total of twenty-one children named Diomedes born.