Demetrice Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdeh-MEE-triss / /dɛˈmiːtrɪs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: follower of Demeter; Latin: earth mother
Historical & Cultural Background
Demetrice is derived from the Greek name Demetrius, which is associated with the goddess Demeter, the deity of agriculture and fertility. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts, due to its biblical connections. It has seen variations in spelling and usage over time, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Demetrice has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Demetrius
- Demetria
International Variants
- Demétrios (Greek)
- Demetrio (Spanish)
- Dimitri (Russian)
Famous people named Demetrice
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Fictional characters named Demetrice
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Demetrice was first seen in the United States in 1956. Demetrice has ranked as high as #1107 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Demetrice has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Demetrice (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 27 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 34 |
| 1974 | 40 |
| 1975 | 55 |
| 1976 | 49 |
| 1977 | 46 |
| 1978 | 55 |
| 1979 | 43 |
| 1980 | 52 |
| 1981 | 41 |
| 1982 | 34 |
| 1983 | 47 |
| 1984 | 44 |
| 1985 | 48 |
| 1986 | 45 |
| 1987 | 52 |
| 1988 | 58 |
| 1989 | 53 |
| 1990 | 44 |
| 1991 | 48 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 29 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |