Dieter Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEE-ter / ˈdiːtərGerman; Dutch
Meaning
German: warrior; Dutch: people’s ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Dieter is a traditional German name that has been in use since the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old High German elements 'diot' meaning 'people' and 'heri' meaning 'army'. The name has been popular in Germany and other German-speaking countries. It has also seen usage in the Netherlands, reflecting similar linguistic roots.
Trend Summary
Dieter has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dieterich
- Dieterle
International Variants
- Dieter (German)
- Dieter (Dutch)
Famous people named Dieter
Dieter Bohlen is a German music producer and television personality known for his work in the pop music industry.
Dieter Meier is a Swiss musician and artist, recognized as the lead vocalist of the electronic music duo Yello.
Dieter Zetsche is a German businessman who served as the CEO of Daimler AG and is known for his contributions to the automotive industry.
Dieter Kosslick is a German film producer and former director of the Berlin International Film Festival.
Fictional characters named Dieter
Dieter is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for his curious nature.
Dieter is a character in the video game 'The Sims', often portrayed as a quirky neighbor.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dieter was first seen in the United States in 1953. Dieter has ranked as high as #1052 nationally, which occurred in 1967, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Dieter has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dieter (1970)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 20 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 33 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 26 |
| 1965 | 27 |
| 1966 | 34 |
| 1967 | 36 |
| 1968 | 25 |
| 1969 | 30 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |