Dimitrios
Dimitrios is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Devoted to or follower of Demeter.
Origin and history
Dimitrios is a traditional Greek masculine name derived from Demetrius, meaning devoted to Demeter. It remains widely used within Greek-American communities, maintaining a strong cultural heritage. In the United States, it is a recognizable classic that maintains a steady, moderate presence.
Popularity in the United States
2,682 babies in the United States have been named Dimitrios since 1880. It ranks #2502 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1747.
States where it is most popular
- NY (53.4 %)
- IL (20.3 %)
- MA (7 %)
- NJ (6.7 %)
- CA (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 13 |
| 1960-1970 | 130 |
| 1970-1980 | 557 |
| 1980-1990 | 535 |
| 1990-2000 | 446 |
| 2000-2010 | 442 |
| 2010-2019 | 374 |
| 2020-2029 | 180 |
Famous people named Dimitrios
- Dimitrios Grammozis: Football Manager, Former Footballer
- Dimitrios Salpingidis: Former Footballer
Nicknames
Dimi, Dimitri, Jim
Fun facts
- The name stems from Demeter, the ancient Greek goddess of agriculture and harvest.
- Saint Demetrios of Thessaloniki is revered as a patron saint and military martyr in Eastern Orthodoxy.