Dimitra

“of Demeter, goddess of the harvest” — Associated with agriculture and fertility

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8165US 2023

13Births / yr

↑Rising

844All-time births

📅 Since 192300

How to pronounce Dimitra

DIM·itr·AH

/ˈdɪm.ɪtr.ˈɑ/ · stress on DIM · 3 syllables

“of Demeter, goddess of the harvest”

Associated with agriculture and fertility · Greece origin

What does Dimitra mean and where does it come from?

The name Dimitra (Δημήτρα) is of Greek origin and is the feminine form of the name Dimitrios, which derives from the name of the goddess Demeter in Greek mythology. Demeter is associated with agriculture and fertility. The name Dimitra is popular in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. It h

Cultural significance

Dimitra has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of of demeter, goddess of the harvest.

Peak popularity

Reached #2297 in 1975 — currently #8165 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dimitra?

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

Dimitra Grace

How popular is Dimitra right now?

Rising fast — up 4421 spots — currently #8165 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#8165 · Top 6.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8165	13	▲ up 4421 · +86% births
2022	#12586	7	▲ up 1345 · +17% births
2021	#13931	6	▼ down 2818 · -25% births
2020	#11113	8	▼ down 147 · -11% births
2015	#10966	9	▲ up 6230 · +80% births
2010	#17196	5	▼ down 2505 · -17% births
2005	#14691	6	▼ down 7474 · -57% births
2000	#7217	14	▼ down 895
1995	#6322	14	▼ down 1587 · -30% births
1990	#4735	20	▼ down 712
1985	#4023	20	▼ down 1127 · -35% births
1980	#2896	31	▼ down 599 · -14% births
1975	#2297	36	▲ up 1631 · +140% births
1970	#3928	15	▲ up 1073 · +88% births
1965	#5001	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dimitra

Best Year1975Rank #2297

Peak Count36

Average Rank#8207

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1955 - 202316 years

The story of Dimitra

Dimitra entered American naming records in 1923 and has been in use for over 101 years. With 844 total births recorded, Dimitra remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6245 in 1955, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8165 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Dimitra in 1975:

Jennifer Amy Heather Melissa Angela

Dimitra by decade

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

Decade	Births
1920s	5
1930s	5
1950s	21
1960s	63
1970s ★	254
1980s	200
1990s	141
2000s	82
2010s	65
2020s	8

💎Dimitra has only 844 total recorded births since 1923 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dimitra?

GREEK

Demi

ANCIENT GREEK

DemetriosDemetrius

BELARUSIAN

Dzmitry

BULGARIAN

DimitarDimoMitre

What names sound and feel like Dimitra?

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

Dimetra

English · A meaningful name

Timitra

Greece · derived from Demetra,

Dimitri

Greece · Greek

Demitra

Greece · Earth Mother

Dimitria

Greece · Follower of Demeter

Kimitra

American · modern variation of

Dhimitra

International · A International name

Dieatra

American · Derived from the

How is Dimitra written in other languages?

Δημητρα

Greek

Common questions about the name Dimitra

What does the name Dimitra mean?

Dimitra means "of Demeter, goddess of the harvest" — 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 Dimitra?

Dimitra is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Dimitra have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Dimitra?

Dimitra 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 Dimitra?

Dimitra is a three-syllable name pronounced D IH1 M IH0 T R AA1. 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 Dimitra?

Dimitra 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.