"follower of Demeter"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Demetria
Pronunciation: [ d-ihm-EHTR-ee-uh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"devoted to the harvest goddess"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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The Story of Demetria
Demetria is the feminine form of Demetrius, derived from the name of Demeter, the Greek goddess of grain, harvest, and fertility. The name means devoted to Demeter or earth mother's gift. Demeter was one of the most important goddesses in ancient Greek religion, celebrated in the Eleusinian Mysteries — secret religious rites that promised initiates a blessed afterlife. The name has been used continuously since ancient Greece and remains popular in Orthodox Christian cultures.
Demetria has been a steady presence in Greek and Eastern Orthodox Christian communities for centuries. In the United States, it gained some attention in the 1990s through celebrity connections, but has remained relatively uncommon, giving it an air of distinction for modern parents.
The name is deeply rooted in the Orthodox Christian calendar, as Saints Demetria have been venerated in Eastern Christianity. In Greek culture, names connected to ancient deities were often Christianized and adopted by the church, ensuring their continuity.
Historical Record
Demetria first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 10,633 babies have been named Demetria in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Demetria is past its peak , currently ranked #5,370 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Demetria is the birth name of pop star Demi Lovato, whose stage name is itself a nickname for Demetria
- The goddess Demeter's name is thought to possibly contain the Indo-European word for earth (da), making Demetria literally a name meaning earth-mother
Demetria in Other Languages
Greek
Δήμητρα
Polish
Demetria
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Demetria
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Деметрия
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Demetria
Popularity Over Time
#5,370
Current Rank
Stable
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Peaked 1974
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Demetria
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Demi Lovato
Musician
1992
American singer, songwriter, and actress whose birth name is Demetria Devonne Lovato
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Demetria McKinney
Actor
1979
American actress and singer known for her role in Tyler Perry's House of Payne
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #5,370
- Total SSA Count
- 24
- Cultural Origins
- Greek Eastern European Russian American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
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Frequently Asked Questions About Demetria
What does the name Demetria mean?
"follower of Demeter" (from Greek). "devoted to the harvest goddess" (from Greek). Demetria is the feminine form of Demetrius, derived from the name of Demeter, the Greek goddess of grain, harvest, and fertility. The name means devoted to Demeter or earth mother's gift. Demeter was one of the most important goddesses in ancient Greek religion, celebrated in the Eleusinian Mysteries — secret religious rites that promised initiates a blessed afterlife. The name has been used continuously since ancient Greece and remains popular in Orthodox Christian cultures.
What is the origin of the name Demetria?
Demetria has Greek, Eastern European, Russian, and American origins. In Greek, it means "follower of Demeter". In Greek, it means "devoted to the harvest goddess".
Is Demetria a boy or girl name?
Demetria is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #5370. As a boy name, it is ranked #11067. Demetria is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Demetria?
Demetria is pronounced d-ihm-EHTR-ee-uh.
How popular is the name Demetria?
Demetria is currently ranked #5370 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Demetria?
Common nicknames for Demetria include Demi, Demi, Tria, and Dee.
What are good middle names for Demetria?
Popular middle name pairings include Demetria Rose, Demetria Grace, Demetria Ann, Demetria Marie, Demetria Jean, and Demetria Sofia.
What are good sibling names for Demetria?
Names that pair well with Demetria as siblings include Persephone, Calliope, Thalia, Dmitri, Nikolai, and Alexei.
How many syllables does Demetria have?
Demetria has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Demetria a common or rare name?
Demetria is an uncommon name, ranked #5370 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Demetria
Demetria is a girl name with Greek, Eastern European, Russian, and American origins . The name means "follower of Demeter" in Greek .
Is Demetria a boy or girl name? Demetria is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #5,370 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #11,067. Demetria is more commonly used as a girl name.
Demetria is currently ranked #5,370 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Demetria has 4 syllables and is pronounced d-ihm-EHTR-ee-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Demetria include Demi, Demi, Tria, and Dee. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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