Dimitra Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dee-MEE-trah //dɪˈmiːtrə//
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Earth mother; goddess of fertility
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dimitra is of Greek origin, derived from the ancient Greek name Demetra (Δημήτρα), which is composed of the elements 'De' (Δη) meaning 'of' and 'meter' (μήτηρ) meaning 'mother.' This name is etymologically linked to the goddess Demeter, the ancient Greek deity of agriculture, fertility, and the harvest, who was revered for her role in the cycle of life and death, particularly in relation to the earth's fertility. The name entered the English language through the Latin form Demetra, which was adapted from the Greek during the Hellenistic period and subsequently influenced by the Byzantine era.
Historically, Demeter was a significant figure in Greek mythology, often associated with the Eleusinian Mysteries, which were important religious rites held in ancient Greece. The name Dimitra, as a variant of Demetra, has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in regions influenced by Greek culture.
The name has been borne by several saints, including Saint Demetrius of Thessalonica, a Christian martyr from the 4th century, whose feast day is celebrated in the Eastern Orthodox Church, further embedding the name within Christian traditions. Culturally, the name Dimitra resonates with themes of nurturing and motherhood, reflecting the attributes of the goddess Demeter.
It has been a symbol of agricultural abundance and the cyclical nature of life, which has contributed to its enduring presence in Greek-speaking communities. The name has also seen variations and diminutives, such as Dimi, which maintain the cultural significance while offering a more familiar form.
Overall, Dimitra embodies a rich tapestry of historical, mythological, and cultural narratives that have shaped its legacy.
Famous people named Dimitra
In this section, you will find notable people named Dimitra. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Dimitra who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Dimitra Papageorgiou is a Greek actress best known for her roles in The Last Note, The Last Dance, and The Last Resort.
Dimitra Koutouzi is a Greek singer best known for her performances in various music festivals and her albums in the Greek music scene.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dimitra was first seen in the United States in 1923.
Dimitra has ranked as high as #1060 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Dimitra has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Dimitra 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 Dimitra was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Dimitra (2000)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
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 Dimitra.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 12 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1977 | 40 |
| 1976 | 37 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1972 | 21 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |