Demetri Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdeh-MEE-tree / /dɛˈmiːtri/Greek; Slavic
Meaning
Greek: follower of Demeter; Slavic: earth-lover
Historical & Cultural Background
Demetri is derived from the Greek name Demetrios, which is associated with the goddess Demeter, the deity of agriculture and fertility. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe, where it has Slavic variations. It has been used historically by several saints and rulers, contributing to its enduring presence in different regions.
Trend Summary
Demetri has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dimitri
- Dmitri
International Variants
- Dimitri (Russian)
- Demetrio (Italian)
- Dimitrios (Greek)
- Dimitrije (Serbian)
Famous people named Demetri
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Fictional characters named Demetri
Demetri is a character in the 'Twilight' series, serving as a member of the Volturi guard.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Demetri was first seen in the United States in 1953. Demetri has ranked as high as #1063 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Demetri has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Demetri (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 18 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 30 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 31 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 31 |
| 1983 | 21 |
| 1984 | 43 |
| 1985 | 33 |
| 1986 | 47 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 52 |
| 1991 | 98 |
| 1992 | 178 |
| 1993 | 157 |
| 1994 | 149 |
| 1995 | 102 |
| 1996 | 94 |
| 1997 | 102 |
| 1998 | 109 |
| 1999 | 91 |
| 2000 | 100 |
| 2001 | 102 |
| 2002 | 114 |
| 2003 | 102 |
| 2004 | 90 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2006 | 101 |
| 2007 | 81 |
| 2008 | 94 |
| 2009 | 127 |
| 2010 | 111 |
| 2011 | 92 |
| 2012 | 105 |
| 2013 | 86 |
| 2014 | 85 |
| 2015 | 84 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 86 |
| 2018 | 85 |
| 2019 | 70 |
| 2020 | 67 |
| 2021 | 70 |
| 2022 | 56 |
| 2023 | 80 |
| 2024 | 52 |