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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Belonging to Demeter, the earth goddess
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- dih-MEE-tree-us
Demetrius is a Greek boy's name meaning "belonging to Demeter, the earth goddess." It's pronounced dih-MEE-tree-us, and it has a classic, timeless feel that sits comfortably alongside both traditional and modern names. If you like a name with real ancient roots that still sounds familiar when you say it out loud, this one fits.
Meaning & Origin of Demetrius
Meaning: Belonging to Demeter, the earth goddess.
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Demetrius
dih-MEE-tree-usIPA /dɪˈmiːtriəs/
Popularity of Demetrius
Demetrius peaked in the U.S. at #259 in 1991, when 1,052 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #1038 with 213 babies, so it's now an uncommon pick that your child is unlikely to share with classmates.
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FAQ
What does the name Demetrius mean?
Belonging to Demeter, the earth goddess. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Demetrius?
Demetrius is pronounced dih-MEE-tree-us (IPA: /dɪˈmiːtriəs/).
Is Demetrius a popular name right now?
Demetrius peaked at #259 in 1991 and is ranked #1038 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)
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