Holding steady.
Popularity of Demitris since 1978
Babies named Demitris per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 61 |
| 2000s | 28 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Demitris first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1978, but the most popular year on record was 1985. It is an uncommon American spelling of the ancient Greek name Demetrius. Despite its rarity, the name has maintained a steady, low-level presence without significant ups or downs over the past few decades. It has not been recorded in any top U.S. states, likely due to its infrequent use. Parents choosing Demitris today are opting for a distinctive variant with deep classical roots.
Demitris is a modern English spelling variant of Demetrius, which derives from the Greek name Demetrios, meaning 'of Demeter.' Demeter was the Greek goddess of the harvest and agriculture. The name has been used in various forms across Europe, particularly in Greek and Russian cultures, where it is associated with Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, a 4th-century Christian martyr. The spelling Demitris emerged in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a phonetic adaptation of the original Greek form.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Demi, Dimitri, Mitt
Sibling names for Demitris
Names that share Demitris's style, for a brother or sister.
