Demir Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Demir is a Turkish name meaning 'iron', originating from the Turkic word for iron. It evolved from Old Turkic to Modern Turkish, maintaining its meaning related to strength. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century. It is associated with positive traits and has notable figures in contemporary culture.
The name Demir is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Demir has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Demir' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4627th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1885th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Demir' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Demir"
Pronunciation
/deˈmɪr/
Origin
Turkish
Etymology
The name 'Demir' comes from the Turkish word for 'iron', reflecting strength and resilience.
Meaning
iron
Language Evolution
Old Turkic: temir, Middle Turkic: temür, Modern Turkish: demir
Historical Usage
The name Demir has been used in Turkish-speaking regions for centuries, gaining popularity in the 20th century as Turkish nationalism rose.
Variants & Derivatives
Temir, Demirhan
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Demir is viewed positively, often associated with qualities like strength and durability, and it remains a common name in Turkey and among Turkish communities.
Famous People
Demir Demirkan (Turkish singer-songwriter), İsmail Demir (Turkish politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Demir"
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 "Demir"
"Demir" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4627th of 24088 | 291 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1885th of 23106 | 981 |
Regional Popularity of "Demir" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
52.17% 2694th/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.28% 1525th/3984 |
42.81% 1921st/4487 |
24.73% 1687th/6822 |
31.45% 1974th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Demir" 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 "Demir"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Demir" 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.