Dmitri
dmee-TREE
The Story of Dmitri
This name resonates with the legacy of science and discovery, a powerful echo from Russian history for your son.
Dmitri is the Russian form of Demetrius, derived from the Greek name Demetrios, meaning 'follower of Demeter.' Demeter was the ancient Greek goddess of agriculture and the harvest. The name has a long history in Russia and Eastern Europe, famously borne by saints and rulers, and later by Dmitri Mendeleev, the creator of the periodic table.
Saying 'Dmitri' feels substantial, a name with a rich resonance that hints at depth and intelligence. For your son, this name carries a promise of curiosity and a strong will to understand the world. You will feel its intellectual weight when you write it down, a declaration of his potential.
What It Means
“The Russian form of Demetrius, derived from the Greek Demetrios, meaning 'follower of Demeter'. Demeter was the Greek goddess of agriculture.”
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Numerology
The Idealist
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Famous Namesakes
Dmitri Mendeleev
Russian chemist, creator of the periodic table
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#75 in 2015
Total Births
2,289
First Recorded
1955
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