Demarius Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Demarius is a name of Latin origin that means 'of the people'. It has evolved from the Greek name Demaratos and has seen various forms throughout history. The name is often associated with strength and individuality, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in recent decades.
The name Demarius is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Demarius has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Demarius' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6561st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1800th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2122nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3361st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Demarius' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Demarius"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈmɛəriəs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Demarius is believed to be derived from the Latin name 'Demarius', which could be related to the Greek name 'Demaratos'. It may also be linked to the word 'democracy', meaning 'people' in Greek.
Meaning
of the people
Language Evolution
Demaratos, Demarius
Historical Usage
Demarius has been used intermittently throughout history, gaining popularity in the modern era, particularly in the United States during the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Demarious, Demi, Marius
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary settings, Demarius is often perceived as a unique and modern name, associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Demarius Thomas, Demarius Johnson
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Demarius"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Demarius"
"Demarius" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6561st of 10718 | 33 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1800th of 16616 | 649 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2122nd of 24088 | 922 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3361st of 23106 | 405 |
Regional Popularity of "Demarius" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
41.52% 1530th/3685 |
- |
22.18% 1152nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.37% 1758th/4582 |
- |
21.52% 1574th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.55% 2532nd/3984 |
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50.26% 3429th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Demarius" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Demarius"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Demarius" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.