Demeshia

a variant of Demetria, meaning 'follower of Demeter'
American origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#880US 2023
1.3kBirths / yr
Stable
96All-time births
📅 Since 197200
How to pronounce Demeshia
dum·ESH·EE·uh
/dəm.ˈɛʃ.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on ESH · 4 syllables
a variant of Demetria, meaning 'follower of Demeter'
American origin · Girl name

What does Demeshia mean and where does it come from?

Demeshia is an American variant of the name Demetria, which originates from the Greek goddess Demeter, the goddess of the harvest and agriculture. The name is relatively modern and is likely a unique creation, possibly emerging in the latter half of the 20th century. It gained some traction within A

Cultural significance
Demeshia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of demetria, meaning 'follower of demeter'.
Peak popularity
Reached #7205 in 1991 — currently #880 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Demeshia?

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

Demeshia Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Demeshia Rose
Floral · soft ending
Demeshia Mae
Sweet · timeless
Demeshia Claire
French influence · crisp
Demeshia Jane
Literary · strong
Demeshia Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Demeshia right now?

Holding steady — currently #880 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 19752023#880 · Top 0.65%
1975
1980
1990
1995
2021
2022
2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#8801,320▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022#8851,300▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021#8901,270▲ up 8207 · +14011% births
1995#90979▼ down 1479 · -18% births
1990#761811▲ up 1131 · +57% births
1980#87497▼ down 936
1975#78137

The story of Demeshia

Demeshia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1972. With 96 total births recorded, Demeshia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7813 in 1975 to #880 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Demeshia in 1991:

Demeshia by decade

Demeshia peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

DecadeBirths
1970s17
1980s30
1990s49
💎Demeshia has only 96 total recorded births since 1972 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Demeshia?

Common
DemDemieDemyEshia

Common questions about the name Demeshia

What does the name Demeshia mean?
Demeshia means "a variant of Demetria, meaning 'follower of Demeter'" — a name rooted in American 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 Demeshia?
Demeshia is currently ranked #880 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Demeshia?
Demeshia originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Demeshia?
Demeshia is a four-syllable name pronounced D AH0 M EH1 SH IY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Demeshia?
Demeshia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.