"devoted to Demeter, goddess of the harvest; earth lover"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Demetri
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A distinctive 3-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Demetri first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 158 babies have been named Demetri in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Demetri is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,049 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#36,049
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #36,049
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- Greek Russian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Demi
Deme
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Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Demetri is also used as a boy name, ranked #2565.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Demetri
What does the name Demetri mean?
"devoted to Demeter, goddess of the harvest; earth lover" (from Greek)
What is the origin of the name Demetri?
Demetri has Greek, Russian, and American origins. In Greek, it means "devoted to Demeter, goddess of the harvest; earth lover".
Is Demetri a boy or girl name?
Demetri is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #36049. As a boy name, it is ranked #2565. Demetri is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Demetri?
Demetri is currently ranked #36049 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Demetri?
Common nicknames for Demetri include Demi and Deme.
What are good middle names for Demetri?
Popular middle name pairings include Demetri Rose, Demetri Grace, Demetri Marie, Demetri Sky, and Demetri Lee.
What are good sibling names for Demetri?
Names that pair well with Demetri as siblings include Athena, Persephone, Circe, Calliope, and Zoe.
How many syllables does Demetri have?
Demetri has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Demetri a common or rare name?
Demetri is an uncommon name, ranked #36049 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Demetri
Demetri is a girl name with Greek, Russian, and American origins . The name means "devoted to Demeter, goddess of the harvest; earth lover" in Greek .
Is Demetri a boy or girl name? Demetri is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #36,049 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #2,565. Demetri is more commonly used as a boy name.
Demetri is currently ranked #36,049 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Demetri has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Demetri include Demi and Deme. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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