Dimitrios Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dimitrios is of Greek origin, stemming from the name Demetrios, which means 'follower of Demeter'. It has evolved through history from Demetrios to its modern form. The name carries connotations of agriculture and fertility, linking it to ancient Greek mythology. There is no direct biblical relevance. Dimitrios has been popular in Greece for centuries and has various common derivatives, reflecting its cultural significance.
The name Dimitrios is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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. From 2020-2022, Dimitrios has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male 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 male in West. Across generations, 'Dimitrios' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4109th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1276th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1586th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2552nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3429th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dimitrios' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dimitrios"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈmiːtrɪəs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Dimitrios is derived from the Greek name 'Demetrios', which is related to the goddess Demeter, the deity of agriculture and fertility in ancient Greek mythology.
Meaning
follower of Demeter
Language Evolution
Demetrios, Dimitrios
Historical Usage
Dimitrios has been used in Greece since ancient times and has remained popular throughout history, particularly in Orthodox Christian communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Dimitri, Dimitris, Dima
Modern Popularity & Image
Dimitrios is still a common name in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. It is often associated with tradition and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Dimitrios Kambouris, a notable Greek-American photographer, Dimitrios Koutoupis, a Greek professional footballer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dimitrios"
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 "Dimitrios"
"Dimitrios" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4109th of 7552 | 65 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1276th of 10718 | 703 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1586th of 16616 | 790 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2552nd of 24088 | 697 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3429th of 23106 | 392 |
Regional Popularity of "Dimitrios" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
64.77% 1574th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
32.45% 953rd/2937 |
19.12% 666th/3483 |
- |
41.44% 1676th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
35.82% 1320th/3685 |
17.90% 801st/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
41.82% 2642nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.21% 1934th/4582 |
27.17% 1403rd/5164 |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
52.71% 3934th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
54.97% 2190th/3984 |
43.73% 1962nd/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Dimitrios" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 "Dimitrios"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dimitrios" 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.