Demetrius Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdih-MEE-tree-us / /dɪˈmiː.tri.əs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'follower of Demeter'; Latin: 'of the earth'
Historical & Cultural Background
Demetrius is derived from the Greek name Demetrios, which is associated with the goddess Demeter, the deity of agriculture and fertility. The name has been used since ancient times and was popular among early Christians. It appears in various historical texts, including the New Testament, where Demetrius is mentioned as a Christian in Ephesus. The name has been borne by several saints and has variations in many languages.
Trend Summary
Demetrius has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dimitri
- Demetrios
International Variants
- Dimitri (Russian)
- Demétrio (Portuguese)
- Dimitrios (Greek)
Famous people named Demetrius
Demetrius I of Bactria was a Greco-Bactrian king known for his military conquests and expansion of his kingdom.
Demetrius III of Syria was a king of the Seleucid Empire who ruled during the 2nd century BC.
Demetrius Shipp Jr. is an American actor known for portraying Tupac Shakur in the film 'All Eyez on Me'.
Demetrius Johnson is an American mixed martial artist and former UFC Flyweight Champion.
Fictional characters named Demetrius
Demetrius is a character in William Shakespeare's play 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', known for his love triangle with Hermia and Helena.
Demetrius is a character in the video game series 'Persona', where he plays a role in the story's exploration of identity.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Demetrius was first seen in the United States in 1912. Demetrius has ranked as high as #492 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in Illinois, Georgia, Florida, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Demetrius has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Demetrius (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 18 | |
| CA | 17 | |
| GA | 14 | |
| AL | 13 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| MI | 10 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| SC | 7 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| OK | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| NV | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 31 |
| 1954 | 69 |
| 1955 | 71 |
| 1956 | 65 |
| 1957 | 79 |
| 1958 | 71 |
| 1959 | 75 |
| 1960 | 79 |
| 1961 | 101 |
| 1962 | 189 |
| 1963 | 188 |
| 1964 | 212 |
| 1965 | 289 |
| 1966 | 264 |
| 1967 | 385 |
| 1968 | 397 |
| 1969 | 448 |
| 1970 | 466 |
| 1971 | 542 |
| 1972 | 597 |
| 1973 | 653 |
| 1974 | 680 |
| 1975 | 635 |
| 1976 | 656 |
| 1977 | 676 |
| 1978 | 659 |
| 1979 | 735 |
| 1980 | 694 |
| 1981 | 716 |
| 1982 | 627 |
| 1983 | 689 |
| 1984 | 621 |
| 1985 | 656 |
| 1986 | 764 |
| 1987 | 746 |
| 1988 | 789 |
| 1989 | 885 |
| 1990 | 867 |
| 1991 | 1,052 |
| 1992 | 1,022 |
| 1993 | 942 |
| 1994 | 894 |
| 1995 | 855 |
| 1996 | 759 |
| 1997 | 679 |
| 1998 | 670 |
| 1999 | 650 |
| 2000 | 679 |
| 2001 | 673 |
| 2002 | 584 |
| 2003 | 554 |
| 2004 | 593 |
| 2005 | 496 |
| 2006 | 628 |
| 2007 | 541 |
| 2008 | 523 |
| 2009 | 484 |
| 2010 | 501 |
| 2011 | 432 |
| 2012 | 396 |
| 2013 | 425 |
| 2014 | 362 |
| 2015 | 374 |
| 2016 | 333 |
| 2017 | 325 |
| 2018 | 346 |
| 2019 | 283 |
| 2020 | 266 |
| 2021 | 286 |
| 2022 | 229 |
| 2023 | 261 |
| 2024 | 213 |