Arlin vs Demetri

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Demetri

Boy #2,565 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of the earth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian Eastern European American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,565
Total SSA Count
52
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Demi, Dee, Tri

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arlin Rank #2,419
Demetri Rank #2,565

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 vs #2565 for Demetri.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlin ___

  • Arlin James
  • Arlin Lee
  • Arlin Dean
  • Arlin Ray
  • Arlin Wayne
  • Arlin Scott

Demetri ___

  • Demetri James
  • Demetri Alexander
  • Demetri Michael
  • Demetri Nikolai
  • Demetri Theodore
  • Demetri Sebastian

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlin

Garlin Darla Harlan Merle Willa

If you choose Demetri

Anastasia Nikolai Tatiana Alexei Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlin or Demetri more popular?

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 compared to Demetri at #2565 in the United States.

What do Arlin and Demetri mean?

Arlin means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin). Demetri means "lover of the earth" (Greek origin).

Are Arlin and Demetri boy or girl names?

Arlin is primarily a boy name. Demetri is primarily a boy name.

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