The baby name Demetrius is a Male name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced /dɪˈmiːtriəs/ (dih-MEE-tree-əs).
Demetrius is Greek in Origin.
The baby name Demetrius is a Male name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced /dɪˈmiːtriəs/ (dih-MEE-tree-əs).
Demetrius is Greek in Origin.
Demetrius is the Latinized form of Greek Demetrios, meaning devotee of Demeter, the ancient Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility. Through its association with Demeter, the name evokes ideas of abundance, the earth, and sustenance. It entered Latin and then English via classical literature and church tradition, retaining a dignified, scholarly tone while remaining familiar across many cultures.
Bearers include Hellenistic rulers (Demetrius I of Macedon; Demetrius II Nicator), the Athenian statesman Demetrius of Phalerum, and Christian figures: a silversmith in Acts, the well-regarded Demetrius in 3 John, and 4th-century martyr Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, whose cult spread the name through Byzantium and Slavic lands. Variants: Dimitrios/Dimitris (Greek), Demetrios, Demetrio (Italian, Spanish), Demétrio (Portuguese), Demetriusz (Polish), Dimitri/Dmitri/Dmitry, Dmytro, Dumitru, Dimitar. Feminines: Demetria, Demetra, Dimitra; diminutives: Demetri, Demi, Mitri, Dima.
| Demetrius of Phalerum Demetrius of Phalerum was an ancient Greek statesman and philosopher best known for governing Athens and for his influence on early scholarship in Alexandria. Also called Demetrius of Phaleron or Demetrius Phalereus, he lived around 350 to 280 BCE. | Demetrius I of Macedon Demetrius I of Macedon, also known as Demetrius Poliorcetes, was a prominent Hellenistic ruler and military leader. He is most famous for his campaigns and for being one of the Diadochi, the successors of Alexander the Great. His efforts to capture Rhodes and his role in the Wars of the Diadochi highlight his ambitious nature and military prowess. | Demetrius I Soter Demetrius I Soter was a king of the Seleucid Empire, known for his efforts to restore the empire's power during his reign from 162 to 150 BC. He is most famous for reclaiming the throne after being held hostage in Rome and for his military campaigns to stabilize the region. His rule marked a significant period in the Hellenistic era, although it was fraught with challenges and conflicts. |
| Demetrius II Aetolicus Demetrius II Aetolicus was a king of Macedonia, known for his reign during a turbulent period in the 3rd century BC. He faced challenges from rival factions and external threats, including the Dardanians and the Aetolian League. His efforts to maintain control over Macedonia were marked by both military campaigns and diplomatic maneuvers. | Demetrius the Fair Demetrius the Fair, also called Demetrius the Handsome, was a Hellenistic prince best known as a member of the Antigonid dynasty and for his political role in Cyrene. His Greek name was Δημήτριος ὁ Καλός. | Demetrius Grosse Demetrius Grosse is an American actor best known for his role as Emmett Yawners in the television series 'Banshee'. He has also appeared in films such as 'Straight Outta Compton' and '13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi'. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CY | 0 | #60 | 1 | 1,632 | |
| CY | Boys | 0 | #131 | 1 | 3,473 |
| GR | 0 | #135 | 1 | 3,911 | |
| ID | Boys | 0 | #135 | 1 | 4,130 |
| LT | Boys | 0 | #151 | 1 | 2,166 |
| CR | 0 | #165 | 1 | 5,526 | |
| MT | Boys | 0 | #179 | 1 | 4,064 |
| RU | 0 | #194 | 1 | 3,641 | |
| France | Boys | 1909 | #205 | 3 | 559 |
| NA | Girls | 0 | #237 | 1 | 7,146 |
| NA | Boys | 0 | #247 | 7 | 6,830 |
| AO | Boys | 0 | #249 | 1 | 5,568 |
| PT | 0 | #250 | 1 | 4,161 | |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #256 | 1 | 7,111 |
| GR | Boys | 0 | #267 | 7 | 6,912 |
| JM | Girls | 0 | #278 | 1 | 7,507 |
| SG | 0 | #282 | 1 | 11,010 | |
| JM | Boys | 0 | #289 | 5 | 6,876 |
| KZ | Boys | 0 | #296 | 1 | 6,578 |
| Canada | Boys | 2024 | #300 | 7 | 2,588 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #301 | 3 | 7,909 |
| AL | Boys | 0 | #303 | 1 | 5,122 |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #331 | 2 | 7,401 |
| HK | 0 | #357 | 1 | 8,483 | |
| BR | 0 | #359 | 2 | 5,969 | |
| GH | Boys | 0 | #359 | 3 | 8,138 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #381 | 1 | 7,951 |
| UY | Boys | 0 | #413 | 1 | 5,922 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #470 | 18 | 10,188 |
| ZA | 0 | #470 | 5 | 14,421 | |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #493 | 13 | 12,621 |
| GT | Boys | 0 | #499 | 1 | 7,625 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #505 | 1 | 9,305 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #561 | 1 | 10,655 |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #574 | 2 | 12,054 |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #621 | 2 | 9,244 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #668 | 84 | 12,213 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #681 | 213 | 7,044 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #698 | 3 | 13,390 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #738 | 2 | 17,960 |
| SY | 0 | #766 | 2 | 11,684 | |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #805 | 2 | 18,755 |
| TN | 0 | #865 | 1 | 13,765 | |
| United States | Girls | 2004 | #911 | 6 | 9,828 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #918 | 1 | 17,948 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #924 | 2 | 15,035 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #924 | 3 | 14,506 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #980 | 2 | 15,656 |
| BR | Girls | 0 | #992 | 1 | 12,708 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #996 | 6 | 16,906 |
| EG | Girls | 0 | #1,009 | 1 | 14,742 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,014 | 1 | 25,931 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,032 | 2 | 16,355 |
| IN | Boys | 0 | #1,039 | 1 | 16,750 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,139 | 5 | 22,615 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,157 | 22 | 25,619 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,176 | 7 | 25,439 |
| MA | 0 | #1,199 | 1 | 20,986 | |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,236 | 1 | 25,928 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,689 | 3 | 28,008 |
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