Demetrius

“Follower of Demeter”

Greece origin · Unisex name

♂ 95% boys♀ 5% girls

#890US 2023

261Births / yr

↑Rising

36.6kAll-time births

📅 Since 194600.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Demetrius

dim·EE·tree·us

/dɪm.ˈiː.triː.əs/ · stress on EE · 4 syllables

“Follower of Demeter”

Greece origin · Unisex name

What does Demetrius mean and where does it come from?

Demetrius is derived from the Greek name Demetrios, which comes from Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility. The name signifies a connection to Earth and is rooted in ancient Greek culture. It has been adopted in various forms across cultures and is notably popular in the United Sta

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #1327 in 1975 — currently #890 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Demetrius?

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

Demetrius Grace

How popular is Demetrius right now?

Rising fast — up 94 spots — currently #890 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#890 · Top 0.66%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#890	261	▲ up 94 · +14% births
2022	#984	229	▼ down 153 · -20% births
2021	#831	286	▲ up 11064 · +3986% births
2000	#11895	7	▼ down 5208 · -46% births
1995	#6687	13	▼ down 2284 · -41% births
1990	#4403	22	▼ down 1999 · -46% births
1985	#2404	41	▼ down 593 · -32% births
1980	#1811	60	▼ down 484 · -27% births
1975	#1327	82	▲ up 997 · +148% births
1970	#2324	33	▼ down 572 · -21% births
1965	#1752	42	▲ up 1103 · +121% births
1960	#2855	19	▲ up 434 · +46% births
1955	#3289	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Demetrius

Best Year2021Rank #831

Peak Count286

Average Rank#3189

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1955 - 202313 years

The story of Demetrius

Demetrius entered American naming records in 1946 and has been in use for over 78 years. A total of 36,617 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3289 in 1955 to #890 in 2023. Demetrius is used for both genders: 5% female and 95% male.

Names that peaked alongside Demetrius in 1975:

Jennifer Amy Heather Melissa Angela

Demetrius by decade

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

Decade	Births
1910s	36
1920s	42
1930s	19
1940s	86
1950s	584
1960s	2,916
1970s	6,948
1980s	7,629
1990s ★	8,551
2000s	5,776
2010s	3,767
2020s	263

What are good nicknames for Demetrius?

BULGARIAN

DimoMitre

MACEDONIAN

Mitre

ROMANIAN

Mitică

RUSSIAN

DimaMitya

What names sound and feel like Demetrius?

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

Demerius

English · A meaningful name

Demetrious

Greece · Follower of Demeter

Demetrous

Greece · derived from Demetrius,

Denetrius

American · follower of Demeter

Dometrius

Greece · Greek

Dmetrius

Greece · follower of Demeter

Temetrius

American · likely a variant

Dimetrius

Greece · Greek

How is Demetrius written in other languages?

Δημητριος

Ancient Greek

Gender variants of Demetrius

Demetria ANCIENT GREEK Demetria ENGLISH Demeter GREEK MYTHOLOGY Demi GREEK Tria ENGLISH

Common questions about the name Demetrius

What does the name Demetrius mean?

Demetrius means "Follower of Demeter" — 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 Demetrius?

Demetrius is currently ranked #890 as a baby name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Demetrius?

Demetrius 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 Demetrius?

Demetrius is a four-syllable name pronounced D IH0 M IY1 T R IY0 AH0 S. 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 Demetrius?

Demetrius 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.