Dimitris

“follower of Demeter”

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12691US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

487All-time births

📅 Since 197000

What does Dimitris mean and where does it come from?

Dimitris (Δημήτρης) is a popular male name in Greece, derived from 'Demeter', the Greek goddess of fertility and agriculture. It is commonly celebrated and used in contemporary Greece, often in various forms such as Dimitri, Demetrius, or Dimitrije in other regions. The name has a rich history, trac

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #3167 in 1981 — currently #12691 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dimitris?

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

Dimitris Grace

How popular is Dimitris right now?

Falling — down 1473 spots — currently #12691 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#12691 · Top 9.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12691	5	▼ down 1473 · -17% births
2022	#11218	6	▼ down 2881 · -33% births
2021	#8337	9	▲ up 501 · +13% births
2020	#8838	8	▲ up 3593 · +60% births
2015	#12431	5	▼ down 5219 · -55% births
2010	#7212	11	▲ up 43 · +10% births
2005	#7255	10	▼ down 2123 · -29% births
2000	#5132	14	▼ down 973 · -7% births
1995	#4159	15	▲ up 387 · +25% births
1990	#4546	12	▼ down 576 · +9% births
1985	#3970	11	▼ down 200
1980	#3770	11	▼ down 489 · +10% births
1970	#3281	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dimitris

Best Year1970Rank #3281

Peak Count15

Average Rank#7142

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202313 years

The story of Dimitris

Dimitris is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 487 total births recorded, Dimitris remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3281 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12691 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Dimitris in 1981:

Michael Christopher Matthew Jason David

Dimitris by decade

Dimitris peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	61
1980s	110
1990s ★	136
2000s	89
2010s	83
2020s	8

💎Dimitris has only 487 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dimitris?

BULGARIAN

DimoMitre

MACEDONIAN

Mitre

ROMANIAN

Mitică

RUSSIAN

DimaMitya

What names sound and feel like Dimitris?

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

Dimitri

Greece · Greek

Demitris

Greece · Derived from Demetrius,

Dimitriy

Russia · Follower of Demeter

Dimitric

Serbia · Follower of Demeter

Demetris

Greece · follower of Demeter,

Damitris

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Dameris

Greece · To tame or

Dametris

American · Powerful one

How is Dimitris written in other languages?

Δημητρης

Greek

What are the girl versions of Dimitris?

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

Common questions about the name Dimitris

What does the name Dimitris mean?

Dimitris 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 Dimitris?

Dimitris is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy 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 Dimitris?

Dimitris 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.

What sibling names go well with Dimitris?

Dimitris 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.

Is Dimitris a common or rare name?

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