Dmitri
Dmitri is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Russian origin, meaning “Devoted to Demeter”.
| Meaning | Devoted to Demeter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Russian |
| Written as | Дмитрий |
| Pronunciation | DMEE-tree |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Russia, Ukraine, Belarus |
Meaning and origin of Dmitri
Dmitri is the Russian form of the Greek Demetrios, meaning 'belonging to Demeter', the goddess of grain and the harvest. The old gloss 'earth mother' describes the goddess rather than the name. It spread among Slavs through Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, an early Christian martyr. Famous bearers include Prince Dmitry Donskoy and the chemist Dmitri Mendeleev, who created the periodic table. Dima is the usual pet form.
Is Dmitri a Christian name?
Dmitri honors Saint Demetrius, one of the most revered martyrs in the Orthodox Church, and is a traditional Orthodox Christian name.
How popular is Dmitri?
Long one of the most common men's names in Russia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dmitri mean?
Dmitri means 'Devoted to Demeter'. It is of Greek, via Russian origin.
Is Dmitri a Christian name?
Dmitri honors Saint Demetrius, one of the most revered martyrs in the Orthodox Church, and is a traditional Orthodox Christian name.
How do you pronounce Dmitri?
Dmitri is pronounced DMEE-tree.
Is Dmitri a boy or girl name?
Dmitri is usually a boy name.