"devoted to Demeter, goddess of harvest"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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The Story of Demitrice
Demitrice is an American creative variant of the ancient Greek name Demetrius, meaning 'devoted to Demeter' — the goddess of harvest, grain, and the fertility of the earth. Demetrius was one of antiquity's most celebrated names, borne by Macedonian kings, early Christian martyrs, and legendary generals across the Hellenistic world. In African American communities of the late 20th century, the name was lovingly reimagined as Demitrice, softening the classical -ius ending into a more flowing American form while preserving the name's profound sense of history and gravitas.
Demitrice peaked in the 1980s–1990s as a distinctive African American name variant, part of a broader cultural movement of transforming classic Greek and Latin names into uniquely personal, expressive identities.
As a creative variant of Demetrius, Demitrice reflects the African American naming tradition of drawing on classical prestige while reshaping it into something that feels personal, modern, and culturally affirming.
Historical Record
Demitrice first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 5 babies have been named Demitrice in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Demitrice is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #40,497 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Demetrius was the name of several Macedonian kings who ruled after Alexander the Great.
- Demeter, the root of this name, was one of the twelve Olympians and presided over the cycle of seasons and agriculture.
Demitrice in Other Languages
Greek
Δημήτριος
Italian
Demetrio
Russian
Дмитрий
Spanish
Demetrio
Popularity Over Time
#40,497
Current Rank
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Demetrius I of Macedon
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Macedonian king known as 'the Besieger' for his military prowess in the wars of Alexander's successors
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #40,497
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- American African American Greek
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Common Nicknames
Demi
Trice
D
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Frequently Asked Questions About Demitrice
What does the name Demitrice mean?
"devoted to Demeter, goddess of harvest" (from Greek). Demitrice is an American creative variant of the ancient Greek name Demetrius, meaning 'devoted to Demeter' — the goddess of harvest, grain, and the fertility of the earth. Demetrius was one of antiquity's most celebrated names, borne by Macedonian kings, early Christian martyrs, and legendary generals across the Hellenistic world. In African American communities of the late 20th century, the name was lovingly reimagined as Demitrice, softening the classical -ius ending into a more flowing American form while preserving the name's profound sense of history and gravitas.
What is the origin of the name Demitrice?
Demitrice has Greek, American, and African American origins. In Greek, it means "devoted to Demeter, goddess of harvest".
Is Demitrice a boy or girl name?
Demitrice is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #40497. As a girl name, it is ranked #34556. Demitrice is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Demitrice?
Demitrice is currently ranked #40497 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Demitrice?
Common nicknames for Demitrice include Demi and Trice.
What are good middle names for Demitrice?
Popular middle name pairings include Demitrice Antoine, Demitrice Lamont, Demitrice James, Demitrice Lee, and Demitrice Wayne.
What are good sibling names for Demitrice?
Names that pair well with Demitrice as siblings include Darnell, Tyrone, Jasmine, Keisha, and Terrence.
How many syllables does Demitrice have?
Demitrice has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Demitrice a common or rare name?
Demitrice is an uncommon name, ranked #40497 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Demitrice
Demitrice is a boy name with American, African American, and Greek origins . The name means "devoted to Demeter, goddess of harvest" in Greek .
Is Demitrice a boy or girl name? Demitrice is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #40,497 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #34,556. Demitrice is more commonly used as a girl name.
Demitrice is currently ranked #40,497 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Demitrice has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Demitrice include Demi, Trice, and D. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Demitrice include Demir, Demian, Demitri . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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