Dimitri
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
9,497 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1992 Peak Popularity Year
408 Peak Births

Dimitri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Dimitri has Greek origins, meaning 'follower of Demeter'. It evolved from Demetrios in ancient Greek to its modern forms. The name is associated with strength and cultural richness, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and remains well-regarded today.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dimitri"

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Pronunciation

/dɪˈmiːtri/

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Origin

Greek

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Etymology

Dimitri is derived from the Greek name Demetrios, which means 'follower of Demeter', the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility.

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Meaning

follower of Demeter

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Language Evolution

Demetrios (Ancient Greek), Dimitrios (Modern Greek), Dimitri (French and Russian forms)

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Historical Usage

Dimitri became popular in various cultures, especially in Eastern Europe, during the 19th century and continues to be widely used today.

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Variants & Derivatives

Dmitri, Dimitrije, Dimitris, Dima

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Modern Popularity & Image

Dimitri is perceived as a strong and sophisticated name, often associated with cultural heritage and a sense of tradition.

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Famous People

Dmitri Mendeleev, the Russian chemist known for creating the periodic table, Dmitri Shostakovich, the influential Russian composer, Dimitri Payet, the French professional footballer

📊 Dimitri Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Dimitri Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 408 peak births in 1992

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 37 US states, with strongest presence in Florida

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Dimitri" - Complete Guide (3 Names)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dimitri"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Dimitri"

"Dimitri" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 5779th of 7545 18
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 3402nd of 6773 88
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1924th of 7552 325
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1301st of 10718 679
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 808th of 16616 2,391
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 885th of 24088 3,304
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 989th of 23106 2,593
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 8993rd of 12526 22
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 11010th of 19264 36
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 14820th of 27321 41

Regional Popularity of "Dimitri" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- 75.26%
1171st/1556
- -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- 48.68%
1183rd/2430
- 57.80%
1604th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
42.19%
1239th/2937
29.00%
1010th/3483
55.91%
1967th/3518
25.17%
1018th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
24.94%
919th/3685
13.92%
623rd/4475
16.38%
851st/5194
14.14%
893rd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
21.17%
970th/4582
11.58%
598th/5164
15.45%
1130th/7313
11.78%
879th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
24.50%
976th/3984
17.43%
782nd/4487
17.17%
1171st/6822
15.54%
975th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Dimitri" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 89.03%
2540th/2853
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Dimitri"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Dimitri" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Dimitri" in the United States

The name Dimitri is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dimitri has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dimitri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5779th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3402nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1924th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1301st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 808th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 885th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 989th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8993rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11010th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14820th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Dimitri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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