What is the origin of the name Dimitry?

Dimitry is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Dimitry?

Dimitry is currently ranked #11239 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Dimitry?

Dimitry is pronounced dee-MEE-tree.

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Dimitry

dee-MEE-tree

Dimitry is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A Russian variant of 'Demetrius', a Greek name meaning 'follower of Demeter'. Demeter was the Greek goddess of agriculture.”. It currently ranks #11239 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2009.

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What Dimitry Means

“A Russian variant of 'Demetrius', a Greek name meaning 'follower of Demeter'. Demeter was the Greek goddess of agriculture.”

The Story of Dimitry

From the cradle of Greek mythology to the vast expanse of Russia, this name carries an ancient reverence for the earth's bounty.

Dimitry is a robust Russian variant of the Greek name Demetrius, meaning 'follower of Demeter.' Demeter was the ancient Greek goddess of agriculture, grain, and harvest, symbolizing life, fertility, and the bounty of the earth. The name traveled from Greece through the Byzantine Empire and into Slavic lands, where it became deeply ingrained in culture and tradition.

Saying 'Dimitry' aloud has a deep, resonant quality, like the turning of the soil or the quiet hum of a rich harvest. It’s a name that feels grounded and thoughtful. When you imagine calling your son Dimitry, you envision a boy who observes the world keenly, perhaps with a reserved intelligence and a deep appreciation for life's foundations.