Demetrius name meaning
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What does Demetrius mean?
Originated from Old Greek, Cherished Demetrius means "Follower of Demeter" which is used predominantly in Finnish, English, Swedish and Danish is aimed at both boys and girls. Demetrius is form of Demetrios in Latin language.
How do I pronounce Demetrius?
You can pronounce the two syllabled name Demetrius as d(e)-met-rius. Some people pronounce it as dem(e)-trius.
Variants of Demetrius
Names that rhyme with DemetriusHow popular is the name Demetrius?
Demetrius is a popular name in United States given to over 36063 babies in 140 years. Presently the name is rising, in 1991, it ranked 259th when 1051 parents chose the moniker for their baby boys.
Additionally, the given name has been in the top 500 baby names 43 times Demetrius is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales where it has been in use since 1996 and achieved its top ranking of 1591 in 1996.
Demetrius is a common name in Brazil while somewhat familiar name in Tanzania, Indonesia, South Africa and Philippines. According to our findings, over 30000 babies have been named Demetrius globally.
| Year | Boys | Girls | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | Births | Rank | Births | |
| 2018 | 696 | 344 | ||
| 2017 | 732 | 323 | ||
| 2016 | 741 | 327 | ||
| 2015 | 676 | 374 | ||
| 2014 | 694 | 357 | ||
Facts
Demetrius in Nordic countries
| Countries | Men | Women | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Name | Secondary Name | First Name | Secondary Name | |
 | 19 | 21 | 5 | 5 |
 | 0 | 43 | 25 | 0 |
 | 3 | 12 | 5 | 5 |
 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Numerological analysis of Demetrius
You can handle being on your own but you prefer to be surrounded by people you love and respect. When it comes to life goals, you are cautious and always plan precisely your next steps. You can be pretty stubborn sometimes, however, you always make your point. You are easy to talk to but hard to understand. You keep following your heart in order to avoid disappointment and solitude. As your soul urge number, the 22 reveals that you are a visionary who knows what he wants in life.
Parents who liked Demetrius, loved these names
- Katla has its origin in Old Greek and Old Norse is used as a baby girl name and is substantially used in Swedish and Danish, Katla means "Helmet or Kettle"
- Ireneo - Anomalous Ireneo came from Old Greek is used majorly in Italian, meaning of Ireneo is "Peace" is given to boys
- Dennis means Mountain of Zeus or God of the Vine came from Old Greek used as a unisex name is used in German and English
- Leano - Commonly Accepted Leano is originated from Old Greek language bestowed upon baby boys used in German, Leano means "Lion of a Man or Man of the People"
- Gritt - Gritt's meaning is The Pearl is originated from Old Greek and German and is used particulary in Finnish and Danish is used for baby girls
Sibling Names for Demetrius
Demetrius is a beautiful name that has a Greek origin, meaning "follower of Demeter". If you're looking for sibling names that complement this unique name, there are plenty of options to consider. Here are some great sibling names for your little Demetrius.
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Famous people named Demetrius
- Demetrius I of Macedon, Macedonian Greek nobleman, military leader
- Demetrius II Aetolicus, son of Antigonus II Gonatas and Phila
- Demetrius I Soter, ruler of the Hellenistic Seleucid Empire
- Demetrius III Eucaerus, Hellenistic Seleucid monarch
- Demetrius of Phalerum, Athenian orator originally
- Demetrius the Cynic, a Cynic philosopher from Corinth,
- Demetrius Vikelas, Greek businessman and writer; he was the first President of the International Olympic Committee
- Demetrius of Thessaloniki, :410
- Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin,
- Demetrius II of India, Standing Athena with legend " King Demetrius"
- Demetrius III Aniketos,
- Demetrius I Starshy, second eldest son of Algirdas
- Demetrius the Fair, Hellenistic king of Cyrene
- Demetrius of Pharos, ruler of Pharos involved
- Demetrius "Hook" Mitchell, {{cite news
- Demetrius of Montferrat, , was king of Thessalonica from 1207 to 1224
- Demetrius Hondros, Greek physicist
- Demetrius Ross, writer, producer, recording engineer and re-mixer
- Demetrius Constantine Dounis, influential teacher of violin and string instrument technique
- Demetrius II Nicator,
- Demetrius I of Bactria, Greek king of Gandhara
- Demetrius I of Georgia, from the Bagrationi dynasty
- Demetrius II of Georgia, of the Bagrationi dynasty
- Demetrius Zvonimir of Croatia, was King of Croatia and Dalmatia
- Demetrius Hopkins, American boxer
- Demetrius Williams, former American football wide receiver
- Demetrius Ferreira, Brazilian footballer
- Demetrius Atsalis, Democratic Party politician
- Demetrius Calip, American professional basketball player formerly of the Los Angeles Lakers of the NBA
- Demetrius DuBose, American football linebacker in the NFL
- Demetrius Jones, American indoor football quarterback
- Demetrius Byrd, former American football wide receiver
- Demetrius Andrade, American professional boxer
- Demetrius Wren in Streetball as Director
- Demetrius Bridges in Seeking Justice as Actor
- Demetrius Stear in Buddy Hutchins as Actor
- Demetrius Navarro in Friday as Actor
- Demetrius Joyette in Carrie as Actor
- Demetrius Grosse in Saving Mr. Banks as Actor
- Demetrius Alexis acted in movie The Red Dance
- In 2019 horror and mystery movie, Teacher's Lounge, Demetrius Butler portrayed Dion Davis.
Lists having Demetrius
- Biblical Baby Names
- Boys names beginning with D
- Girls names beginning with D
- American Baby Names
- English Baby Names
- Greek Baby Names
- Danish Baby Names
- Finnish Baby Names
- Swedish Baby Names
- Popular English Boy Names
- Boy names that ends with -rius
- Boy names that starts with Dem
- Baby Names that mean Dedicated
- Baby Names that mean Demeter
- Baby Names that mean Follower