Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • All Collections
      • Census & Voter Lists
      • Birth, Marriage & Death
      • Military
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2006-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Dmitrios

      Origin

      Greek

      Meaning

      Follower of Demeter

      Variations

      Dimitrios, Demitrios, Dhimitrios
      The name Dmitrios is derived from the ancient Greek name Δημήτριος (Demetrios), which means follower of Demeter. Demeter is the Greek goddess of agriculture, harvest, and fertility, symbolizing growth and abundance. As such, those named Dmitrios are often associated with qualities of nurturing and support, reflecting the values of agriculture and sustenance that are deeply rooted in Greek culture.

      Historically, the name Dmitrios has been prominent in ancient Greece, often borne by notable figures, including saints and philosophers. One of the most famous bearers of the name is Saint Demetrius, a Christian martyr from the 3rd century, whose feast day is celebrated widely. The name has persisted through the ages, with its variations appearing in various cultures, including Dimitri in Slavic regions. The reverence for its origins in Greek mythology has kept Dmitrios relevant across generations.

      In contemporary society, the name Dmitrios is still widely used, particularly in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. It comes in several variations and forms, including Demetrius and Dimitri, which are common in Europe and North America. The name retains a sense of cultural identity and heritage, often chosen by parents wishing to connect their children to Greek traditions or mythology. In addition, the growing global interest in Greek culture has contributed to its continued popularity.

      Based on our records...

      Antoniou

      This is the most common surname associated with Dmitrios.

      Ekaterina

      This is the most common name of those married to a Dmitrios.

      Clarence

      This is the most common name for a child of a Dmitrios.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1892 is when there were the most people born with the first name Dmitrios.

      Explore the origins of another name.