Dmitry Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdih-MEE-tree / /dɪˈmiːtri/Russian; Greek
Meaning
Russian: 'follower of Demeter'; Greek: 'earth mother'
Historical & Cultural Background
Dmitry is a common name in Russia, derived from the Greek name Demetrios, which is associated with the goddess Demeter. The name has been borne by numerous saints and historical figures in Eastern Orthodox Christianity, contributing to its popularity in Slavic cultures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Dmitri
- Dima
International Variants
- Demetrius (Latin)
- Dimitrios (Greek)
- Dmitrij (Slavic)
Famous people named Dmitry
Dmitry Medvedev — former President of Russia.
Fictional characters named Dmitry
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dmitry was first seen in the United States in 1992. Dmitry has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Dmitry has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dmitry (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 17 |