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 #12242 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Dimitra?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
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 Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Dimitra Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Dimitra Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Dimitra Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Dimitra Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Dimitra Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Dimitra right now?
Falling — down 3659 spots — currently #12242 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2025 | #12242 | 7 | ▼ down 3659 · -42% births |
| 2024 | #8583 | 12 | ▼ down 418 · -8% births |
| 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 | — |
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:
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 | 27 | |
💎Dimitra has only 844 total recorded births since 1923 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Dimitra?
ANCIENT GREEK
DemetriosDemetrius
BULGARIAN
DimitarDimoMitre
What names sound and feel like Dimitra?
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How is Dimitra written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Dimitra?
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 DIM-itr-AH. 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.