Demetrick

“Derived from Demetrius, meaning 'follower of Demeter', the Greek goddess of harvest.” — Associated with agriculture and fertility

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12579US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

700All-time births

📅 Since 196700

What does Demetrick mean and where does it come from?

Demetrick is a variant of Demetrius and has its roots in Greek mythology. Demeter is the goddess associated with agriculture and fertility. The name has gained popularity in the United States, particularly in African American communities since the late 20th century, often signaling cultural and hist

Cultural significance

Demetrick has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from demetrius, meaning 'follower of demeter', the greek goddess of harvest..

Peak popularity

Reached #1710 in 1978 — currently #12579 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Demetrick?

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

Demetrick Grace

How popular is Demetrick right now?

Falling — down 178 spots — currently #12579 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2021#12579 · Top 9.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#12579	5	▼ down 178
2015	#12401	5	▼ down 6569 · -67% births
2010	#5832	15	▲ up 1410 · +50% births
2005	#7242	10	▼ down 776
2000	#6466	10	▼ down 2313 · -33% births
1995	#4153	15	▲ up 663 · +36% births
1990	#4816	11	▼ down 2476 · -52% births
1985	#2340	23	▼ down 290 · -15% births
1980	#2050	27	▼ down 172 · +4% births
1975	#1878	26	▲ up 3365 · +420% births
1970	#5243	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Demetrick

Best Year1975Rank #1878

Peak Count27

Average Rank#5909

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202111 years

The story of Demetrick

Demetrick is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1967. With 700 total births recorded, Demetrick remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5243 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12579 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Demetrick in 1978:

Michael Jason Christopher David James

Demetrick by decade

Demetrick peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	25
1970s ★	204
1980s	181
1990s	144
2000s	96
2010s	50

💎Demetrick has only 700 total recorded births since 1967 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Demetrick?

Common

DemDemieDemyEtrick

What names sound and feel like Demetrick?

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

Demedrick

American · a variant of

Demerrick

American · A beloved name

Demerick

American · English

Deedrick

American · People's ruler

Dekendrick

American · descendant of the

Dectrick

American · Variant of the

Deltrick

American · Noble ruler

Denerick

English · Mighty ruler

Common questions about the name Demetrick

What does the name Demetrick mean?

Demetrick means "Derived from Demetrius, meaning 'follower of Demeter', the Greek goddess of harvest." — 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 Demetrick?

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

What is the cultural origin of Demetrick?

Demetrick 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.

What sibling names go well with Demetrick?

Demetrick 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.

Is Demetrick a common or rare name?

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