Dmitri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dmitri is a Russian name derived from the Greek Demetrius, meaning 'follower of Demeter'. It evolved from Demetrius to Dmitri in Russian. The name gained popularity in Russia during the Middle Ages, especially after the reign of Tsar Dmitry I. It is associated with traits such as intelligence and strength, has no biblical relevance, and has notable bearers in various fields.
The name Dmitri is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Dmitri has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Dmitri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4028th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2595th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2170th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2114th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2659th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dmitri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dmitri"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈmɪtri/
Origin
Russian
Etymology
The name Dmitri is derived from the Greek name Demetrius, which is related to the goddess Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and fertility.
Meaning
follower of Demeter
Language Evolution
Demetrius (Greek), Dmitri (Russian), Dmitriy (Russian variation)
Historical Usage
The name Dmitri has been used in Russia since the Middle Ages and became particularly popular after the reign of Tsar Dmitry I in the late 16th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Dmitriy, Dima, Dimitri
Modern Popularity & Image
Dmitri is viewed positively in modern culture, often associated with intelligence and strength, and remains a common name in Russia and other Slavic countries.
Famous People
Dmitri Mendeleev, the Russian chemist known for creating the periodic table., Dmitri Shostakovich, a renowned Russian composer., Dmitri Medvedev, a Russian politician and former president.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dmitri"
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 "Dmitri"
"Dmitri" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4028th of 7552 | 69 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2595th of 10718 | 228 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2170th of 16616 | 491 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2114th of 24088 | 925 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2659th of 23106 | 576 |
Regional Popularity of "Dmitri" 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) |
- | - | - |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
47.62% 2131st/4475 |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
35.62% 2250th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
38.11% 1968th/5164 |
43.03% 3147th/7313 |
26.36% 1967th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
68.05% 2711th/3984 |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
49.15% 3353rd/6822 |
49.52% 3108th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Dmitri" 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 "Dmitri"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dmitri" 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.