Demetra

“Demetra is derived from Demeter, the ancient Greek goddess of agriculture, grain, and fertility” — Symbolizes abundance

Greece origin · Unisex name

♂ 0% boys♀ 100% girls

#1977US 2023

223Births / yr

→Stable

4.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 191200.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Demetra

dum·ETR·uh

/dəm.ˈɛtr.ə/ · stress on ETR · 3 syllables

“Demetra is derived from Demeter, the ancient Greek goddess of agriculture, grain, and fertility”

Symbolizes abundance · Greece origin

What does Demetra mean and where does it come from?

Demetra is derived from Demeter, the ancient Greek goddess of agriculture, grain, and fertility. The name is particularly popular in Greece and among Greek people worldwide. It symbolizes abundance, nourishment, and the earth's bounty. The name has seen a resurgence in usage in modern times, especia

Cultural significance

Demetra has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #908 in 1966 — currently #1977 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Demetra?

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

Demetra Grace

How popular is Demetra right now?

Holding steady — currently #1977 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1977 · Top 1.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1977	223	▲ up 5 · +10% births
2022	#1982	203	▲ up 5 · +17% births
2021	#1987	173	▲ up 6942 · +1473% births
2020	#8929	11	▲ up 1993 · +22% births
2015	#10922	9	▼ down 3978 · -50% births
2010	#6944	18	▼ down 1126 · -14% births
2005	#5818	21	▼ down 487
2000	#5331	21	▼ down 1819 · -32% births
1995	#3512	31	▼ down 865 · -30% births
1990	#2647	44	▼ down 667 · -20% births
1985	#1980	55	▼ down 582 · -38% births
1980	#1398	89	▼ down 419 · -29% births
1975	#979	126	▲ up 148 · +21% births
1970	#1127	104	stable · +17% births
1965	#1127	89	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Demetra

Best Year1975Rank #979

Peak Count223

Average Rank#3153

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202325 years

The story of Demetra

Demetra entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 4,168 total births recorded, Demetra remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2372 in 1915 to #1977 in 2023. Demetra is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.

Names that peaked alongside Demetra in 1966:

Lisa Kimberly Mary Michelle Karen

Demetra by decade

Demetra peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	95
1920s	199
1930s	184
1940s	199
1950s	306
1960s	869
1970s ★	1,004
1980s	570
1990s	400
2000s	204
2010s	127
2020s	11

💎With 4,168 total births, Demetra is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Demetra?

GREEK

Demi

ANCIENT GREEK

DemetriosDemetrius

BELARUSIAN

Dzmitry

BULGARIAN

DimitarDimoMitre

What names sound and feel like Demetra?

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

Demitra

Greece · Earth Mother

Demeatra

Greece · Greek

Denetra

American · A combined form

Greece · Of the earth,

Denotra

American · English

Denitra

American · A variant of

How is Demetra written in other languages?

Δημητρα

Greek

Common questions about the name Demetra

What does the name Demetra mean?

Demetra means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Demetra?

Demetra is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Demetra?

Demetra originates from Greece tradition. Greece 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 Demetra?

Demetra is a three-syllable name pronounced D AH0 M EH1 T R 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 Demetra?

Demetra pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.