Dmitry

“Greek”

Russia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5508US 2023

17Births / yr

↓Falling

531All-time births

📅 Since 199200

How to pronounce Dmitry

dmee-tree

/dmee-tree/ · · 2 syllables

“Greek”

Russia origin · Boy name

What does Dmitry mean and where does it come from?

Dmitry (Дмитрий) is a common Russian name, originating from the Greek name 'Demetrius', which is derived from 'Demeter', the Greek goddess of agriculture. The name has historical significance and was popularized in Russia due to various saints named Dmitry, including Saint Demetrius of Thessalonica.

Cultural significance

Dmitry has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Russia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #3103 in 2013 — currently #5508 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dmitry?

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

Dmitry Grace

How popular is Dmitry right now?

Falling — down 1045 spots — currently #5508 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#5508 · Top 4.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5508	17	▼ down 1045 · -26% births
2022	#4463	23	▲ up 352 · +15% births
2021	#4815	20	▼ down 57
2020	#4758	20	▼ down 1551 · -44% births
2015	#3207	36	▲ up 1416 · +71% births
2010	#4623	21	▲ up 357 · +24% births
2005	#4980	17	▲ up 1244 · +55% births
2000	#6224	11	▼ down 756
1995	#5468	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dmitry

Best Year2015Rank #3207

Peak Count36

Average Rank#4894

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Dmitry

Dmitry is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 531 total births recorded, Dmitry remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Dmitry in 2013:

Noah Jacob Liam Mason William

Dmitry by decade

Dmitry peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	74
2000s	168
2010s ★	269
2020s	20

💎Dmitry has only 531 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dmitry?

BULGARIAN

DimoMitre

MACEDONIAN

Mitre

ROMANIAN

Mitică

RUSSIAN

DimaMitya

What names sound and feel like Dmitry?

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

Dmitri

Russia · Follower of Demeter

Dimitry

Russia · follower of Demeter

Dzmitry

International · A International name

International · A International name

Dimtry

Greek · A Greek name

Daltry

English · Old; from the

How is Dmitry written in other languages?

Дмитрий

Russian

What are the girl versions of Dmitry?

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

Common questions about the name Dmitry

What does the name Dmitry mean?

Dmitry means "Greek" — a name rooted in Russia 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 Dmitry?

Dmitry 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 Dmitry?

Dmitry originates from Russia tradition. Russia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Dmitry a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Dmitry?

Dmitry naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.