Dimitre

“Follower of Demeter” — Associated with agriculture and the harvest

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1821US 2023

379Births / yr

→Stable

18All-time births

📅 Since 199200

How to pronounce Dimitre

DIM·itr·AY

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

“Follower of Demeter”

Associated with agriculture and the harvest · Greece origin

What does Dimitre mean and where does it come from?

The name Dimitre has its roots in Greek mythology, derived from the goddess Demeter, who is associated with agriculture and the harvest. It is a popular name in Bulgaria and Greece. The name has seen various spellings and adaptations across cultures, such as Dimitris in Greek and Dimitar in Bulgaria

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #7370 in 1992 — currently #1821 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dimitre?

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

Dimitre Grace

How popular is Dimitre right now?

Holding steady — currently #1821 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1821 · Top 1.3%

1995

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1821	379	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2022	#1826	359	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2021	#1831	329	▲ up 6797 · +5383% births
1995	#8628	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dimitre

Best Year2023Rank #1821

Peak Count379

Average Rank#3527

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1995 - 20234 years

The story of Dimitre

Dimitre is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 18 total births recorded, Dimitre remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8628 in 1995 to #1821 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Dimitre in 1992:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Andrew

💎Dimitre has only 18 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dimitre?

Common

DimDimieDimyItre

What names sound and feel like Dimitre?

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

American · an innovative variant

Dimetri

Greece · Greek

Demetre

Greece · Follower of Demeter;

Difiore

Greek · A Greek name

Dametre

American · Possibly derived from

Common questions about the name Dimitre

What does the name Dimitre mean?

Dimitre 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 Dimitre?

Dimitre 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 Dimitre?

Dimitre 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 Dimitre?

Dimitre is a three-syllable name pronounced D IH1 M IH0 T R EY1. 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 Dimitre?

Dimitre 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.