Rising since 1985, #380 for girls today.
Popularity of Demi since 1964
Babies named Demi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 234 |
| 1990s | 2,956 |
| 2000s | 1,778 |
| 2010s | 5,069 |
| 2020s | 4,815 |
Meaning & origin
Demi entered the U.S. baby name scene in 1964, but its real ascent began in the 1980s. The name's trajectory has been consistently rising since 1985, and it reached its peak popularity in 2020, when it ranked 380. In 2025, roughly 1 in 1,999 newborn girls receive the name Demi. Geographically, Demi has found particular favor in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Illinois. Its gentle sound and modern feel have helped it maintain steady appeal.
Demi is derived from the Greek word 'dēmi-' meaning 'half' or 'small'. It became popular in English-speaking countries as a diminutive of names like Demetria and Demetrius, which are rooted in the goddess Demeter. The name gained widespread use as an independent given name in the late 20th century, partly due to the fame of actress Demi Moore.
Where Demi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Demi” around the world
Where Demi lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
9
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Demie
Sibling names for Demi
Names that share Demi's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Demi
Names whose popularity has moved with Demi's over the last 50 years.
