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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Dimitri

Follower of God

Pronunciation: dee-MEE-tree (/diːˈmiːtri/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 75
Meaning
Follower of God
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
4
Lucky Day
Sunday
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
Life Path
8
Popularity Score
75
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Dimitri mean?

A form of the Greek name Demetrios, which derives from demos (people) and theos (God), meaning ‘dedicated to God’ or ‘following God’. Dimitri was the name of several early Christian saints and martyrs.

Dimitri in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
דימיטרי
שמו מקורו ביוונית, כבעברית: 'מדינה' או 'דבר'
Greek
Δημήτρης
שם יווני שמשמעותו: 'נס', 'שלום', 'דבר'
Latin
Dimitrius
שם שמקורו ביוונית, שמשמעותו: 'נס', 'שלום', 'דבר'
English
Dimitri
name of Greek origin, meaning: 'gift of God', 'beloved of God', 'he who brings joy'

How to pronounce Dimitri

English pronunciation
dee-MEE-tree
Biblical pronunciation
דימיטרי
IPA notation
/diːˈmiːtri/

Numerology & personality

People with the life path number 8 are natural leaders. They are given to achieving great things in life and have a strong sense of purpose.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolic of devotion and faith in God.

Dimitri has historical roots in ancient Greek culture, with the name Demetrios being among the most common male given names in ancient Greece. However, its Christian usage is more widely known, due to several early Christian saints and martyrs named Dimitri, including Saint Dimitri of Thessalonica, who is a patron saint of Poland and Russia. In Christian tradition, the name is associated with bravery, strength, and dedication to God.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: New Testament (1 Corinthians 1:1)

Saint connection: Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki

Popularity of Dimitri by region

Region Country Score Year
United Kingdom UK 56 2024
Brazil BR 65 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Dimitri

What does Dimitri mean?
Dimitri is a Greek name derived from demos (people) and theos (God), meaning ‘dedicated to God’ or ‘following God’.
Is Dimitri a Christianity name?
Yes, Dimitri is a Greek name with strong religious connections to Christianity.
How to pronounce Dimitri?
DEE-mih-tree
Is Dimitri popular today?
Yes, Dimitri is a popular name among Greeks and people of Greek descent, and has been a consistent choice in the US baby name charts.
What is the origin of Dimitri?
Dimitri is a Greek name derived from demos (people) and theos (God), meaning ‘dedicated to God’ or ‘following God’.