Demetrios Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: deh-MEE-tree-os /dɛˈmiːtriəs/
Origin: Greek
Meaning: follower of Demeter
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Demetrios is of Greek origin, derived from the ancient Greek name Δημήτριος (Dēmētrios), which means 'follower of Demeter.' The name is rooted in the name of the Greek goddess Demeter, who was associated with agriculture, fertility, and the harvest. The etymological path traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root *dʰéǵʰōm, meaning 'earth,' reflecting Demeter's role as a goddess of the earth and its bounty.
The name entered the English language through the Latin form Demetrius, which was used in the early Christian era, particularly as the name of a saint and martyr in the 3rd century AD, further solidifying its presence in Christian contexts. Historically, Demetrios has been borne by several notable figures, including Demetrius I of Macedon, a king who ruled in the late 4th century BC and was known for his military exploits.
The name also appears in the New Testament, specifically in the Book of Acts, where a Demetrius is mentioned as a silversmith who opposed the Apostle Paul. This biblical reference contributed to the name's significance in early Christian communities.
The name was popularized in the Byzantine Empire, where it was frequently given to saints and emperors, enhancing its cultural resonance. Culturally, Demetrios has been associated with themes of agriculture and prosperity, reflecting the attributes of Demeter.
The name has been celebrated in various forms of art and literature throughout history, symbolizing strength and fertility. In addition to its historical and religious significance, the name has various diminutive forms, such as Dimitri, which have been used in different cultures, further showcasing its adaptability and enduring legacy across regions and eras.
Famous people named Demetrios
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Demetrios of Thessalonica is a saint best known for his martyrdom and veneration in the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Demetrios I of Constantinople is a religious leader best known for his role as the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Demetrios was first seen in the United States in 1918.
Demetrios has ranked as high as #1005 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, California, and Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Demetrios has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Demetrios is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Demetrios was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Demetrios (2017)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Demetrios.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2010 | 39 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2008 | 35 |
| 2007 | 40 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2005 | 47 |
| 2004 | 52 |
| 2003 | 38 |
| 2002 | 57 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2000 | 53 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1997 | 36 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1992 | 50 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1990 | 54 |
| 1989 | 40 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1987 | 33 |
| 1986 | 41 |
| 1985 | 34 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1982 | 46 |
| 1981 | 50 |
| 1980 | 62 |
| 1979 | 64 |
| 1978 | 58 |
| 1977 | 47 |
| 1976 | 71 |
| 1975 | 64 |
| 1974 | 77 |
| 1973 | 64 |
| 1972 | 71 |
| 1971 | 45 |
| 1970 | 60 |
| 1969 | 68 |
| 1968 | 46 |
| 1967 | 37 |
| 1966 | 40 |
| 1965 | 33 |
| 1964 | 27 |
| 1963 | 30 |
| 1962 | 26 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1959 | 21 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |