Demetrius
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Follower of Demeter, earth lover
Origin: Greek
Popularity: Ranked #1229 in 2025 with 164 babies born.
History: Demetrius derives from the name of Demeter, the Greek goddess of the harvest and earth. It was a common name in the ancient Greek world, borne by several Macedonian kings. It has been used in Christian communities in honor of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki.
Name length: 9 letters
How common is Demetrius? About 1 in 20,296 babies born in 2025 were named Demetrius, or roughly 0.4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Demetrius
What does the name Demetrius mean?
Demetrius means “Follower of Demeter, earth lover” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Demetrius?
Demetrius has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Follower of Demeter, earth lover”.
How popular is Demetrius?
Demetrius ranked #1227 in 2025 — given to 164 babies that year.
When was Demetrius most popular?
Demetrius peaked in 1991 with 1,052 babies registered that year.
Is Demetrius a boy or girl name?
Demetrius is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Demetriuss in registered births are male.
Is the name Demetrius rising or falling in popularity?
Demetrius has fallen 371 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #856 in 2020 to #1227 in 2025.
How long has Demetrius been recorded?
Demetrius appears in birth records across 97 years — from 1912 through 2025.