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Dametrius

♂ Boy

Pronounced duh-MEE-tree-uhs /dəˈmiː.tri.əs/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Demetrius, from Greek Demetrios, 'devoted to Demeter' (the goddess of grain and harvest). A classical name in modern dress; the 'Da-' spelling is a variant.Low

In 30 seconds: A classical name in fresh dress: Dametrius is a form of Demetrius — 'devoted to Demeter' (said 'duh-MEE-tree-uhs').
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Origin MediumGreek
MeaningA spelling of Demetrius, from Greek Demetrios, 'devoted to Demeter' (the goddess of grain and harvest). A classical name in modern dress; the 'Da-' spelling is a variant.
U.S. rank (2024)#12683 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1994
Total births (all-time)≈ 393

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199419772024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Dametrius is a spelling of Demetrius, from Greek Demetrios, 'devoted to Demeter', the goddess of grain. Borne by kings and saints, the classic gets a contemporary 'Da-' styling here (said 'duh-MEE-tree-uhs').

In the U.S. it appears rarely in this spelling, against the more common Demetrius. Classical and rhythmic.

Did you know? Dametrius is a spelling of Demetrius, 'devoted to Demeter', the Greek goddess of grain and harvest — a classic name with a modern twist (said 'duh-MEE-tree-uhs').
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References — Dametrius — Spelling of Demetrius, 'devoted to Demeter'

Variations

DemetriusDemetriosDimitrius

Nicknames

DameMetri

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Dametrius mean?

Dametrius is a spelling of Demetrius, meaning 'devoted to Demeter', the Greek harvest goddess.

How do you pronounce Dametrius?

It's said duh-MEE-tree-uhs /dəˈmiː.tri.əs/ — four syllables, stress on the second.

Is Dametrius a boy or girl name?

Dametrius is a boy's name.

How popular is Dametrius?

Dametrius is a rare spelling in the U.S., against the more common Demetrius.

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