Dimitrius Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdi-MEE-tree-us / /dɪˈmiːtriəs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: follower of Demeter; Latin: devoted to Demeter
Historical & Cultural Background
Dimitrius 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 in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe and among Christian communities. It has historical significance in the context of saints and martyrs, contributing to its popularity in Christian traditions.
Trend Summary
Dimitrius has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Demetrius
- Dimitri
International Variants
- Dimitri (Russian)
- Demetrio (Italian)
- Dimitrios (Greek)
Famous people named Dimitrius
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dimitrius was first seen in the United States in 1960. Dimitrius has ranked as high as #1224 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Dimitrius has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dimitrius (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 30 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 6 |