Declining since 2014, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Dmitry since 1992
Babies named Dmitry per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 75 |
| 2000s | 168 |
| 2010s | 269 |
| 2020s | 111 |
Meaning & origin
Dmitry is the Russian form of the ancient Greek name Demetrios, connecting it to Demeter, the goddess of agriculture. It entered the English-speaking world relatively recently, first recorded in U.S. data in 1992. The name reached its peak popularity in 2013, but has been declining since 2014, consistent with a broader retreat from traditionally Slavic names. Despite the fall, it remains a distinctive choice, given to about 1 in 122,005 boys in 2025. Its strong cultural and religious associations, particularly with Saint Demetrios, give it depth beyond its sound. Nicknames like Dima and Mitya offer familiarity, while the formal Dmitry carries a refined, international air.
Dmitry is the Russian form of the Greek name Demetrios, derived from Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and fertility. The name was introduced to the Slavic world via the Eastern Orthodox Church, where Saint Demetrios of Thessaloniki is a major figure. It has been consistently popular in Russia and other Eastern European countries, ranking among the top names for boys in Russia for decades.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dima, Mitya, Mitka
Sibling names for Dmitry
Names that share Dmitry's style, for a brother or sister.
