Dmitri
Dmitri is a boy's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Devoted to Demeter, or follower of Demeter.
Origin and history
Dmitri is a classic Slavic name of Greek origin, derived from Demetrius. It translates to 'devoted to Demeter,' the ancient Greek goddess of agriculture and harvest. In the United States, it remains a distinctive choice, steadily used but outside the top mainstream name charts.
Popularity in the United States
2,322 babies in the United States have been named Dmitri since 1880. It ranks #2685 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1688.
States where it is most popular
- CA (49.5 %)
- NY (16.7 %)
- TX (12.3 %)
- PA (8.1 %)
- FL (6.7 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 27 |
| 1960-1970 | 105 |
| 1970-1980 | 153 |
| 1980-1990 | 176 |
| 1990-2000 | 487 |
| 2000-2010 | 595 |
| 2010-2019 | 540 |
| 2020-2029 | 239 |
Famous people named Dmitri
- Dmitri Mendeleev: Chemist, Inventor
- Dmitri Shostakovich: Composer, Pianist
- Dmitri Young: Baseball Player
Nicknames
Dima, Mitya, Dimi
Fun facts
- Although famous as a staple Russian name, its ultimate roots lie in ancient Greek mythology through the goddess Demeter.
- Renowned Russian chemist Dmitri Mendeleev created the first recognized version of the periodic table of elements.