Demetri is a name of Greek origin and means "follower of Demeter". Demeter was the goddess of harvest in ancient Greek mythology, making this name fitting for those born around autumn. It is also associated with the Greek word "demos" meaning "the people", which reflects its democratic spirit. The name Demetri has been used throughout history, notably by several early Christian saints and martyrs, including Saint Demetrios of Thessaloniki who was a prominent military leader in the 4th century. In literature, Demetri is also the main character's name in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel "Demons". Today, Demetri remains a popular name in many countries with Greek populations, such as Greece and Cyprus, but it can be found worldwide due to its international appeal.
The given statistics provide an interesting overview of the popularity of the name Demetri over several decades in the United States.
Starting from the 1950s, the birth count for babies named Demetri fluctuated between a low of 6 births per year (in 1953, 1954, and repeatedly until 1959) to a high of 21 births in certain years like 1965 and 1970. This initial period shows that Demetri was not a common name but still present among newborns.
As we move into the late 1970s and early 1980s, there is an increase in the number of births for the name Demetri, with numbers ranging from 25 to 43 births per year. This trend suggests that the name began gaining more popularity during this time.
The most notable rise in popularity occurs in the 1990s and early 2000s, with birth counts reaching triple digits. In 1992 alone, there were 178 births of babies named Demetri, which was a significant jump from previous years. This peak marks Demetri as one of the more popular names during this period.
However, after the year 2000, the popularity of the name Demetri seems to have declined steadily. The birth counts drop back into the double digits and continue to decrease over time, reaching a low of 56 births in 2022.
In total, according to these statistics, there were 4009 babies named Demetri born in the United States from 1953 to 2023. This data set provides valuable insights into the changing trends and popularity of the name Demetri over several decades.