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Demetrio

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Pronounced deh-MEH-tree-oh /dɛˈmɛ.tri.oʊ/Medium

Meaning: Italian/Spanish form of Demetrius — Greek, 'devoted to Demeter', goddess of the harvestHigh

In 30 seconds: Harvest-blessed, in flowing Romance: Demetrio is the Italian and Spanish Demetrius — 'devoted to Demeter'. Classical, melodic, and warm.

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Origin HighGreek, Italian

MeaningItalian/Spanish form of Demetrius — Greek, 'devoted to Demeter', goddess of the harvest

U.S. rank (2025)#5441 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births17 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1999

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,064

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Demetrio is the Italian and Spanish form of Demetrius — from Greek, 'devoted to Demeter', the harvest goddess. A distinguished, melodic classic across Italy and the Spanish-speaking world.

In the U.S. it appears in Italian and Latino families. Rare, harvest-devoted at the root, and melodic.

Did you know? Demetrio honors Demeter, the Greek goddess of grain and harvest — it's the lush Italian and Spanish form of Demetrius, full of classical music.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Demetrio — etymology

Variations

DemetriusDimitriDemetri

Nicknames

DemiTrio

Famous Bearers

★Demetrio Albertini (1971-)
Italian professional football midfielder who played for AC Milan and the Italian national team
★Demetrio Stratos (1945-1979)
Greek-Italian rock vocalist known for experimental vocal techniques with the band Area

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Demetrio mean?

Demetrio is the Italian/Spanish Demetrius, Greek 'devoted to Demeter'.

How do you pronounce Demetrio?

It's said deh-MEH-tree-oh /dɛˈmɛ.tri.oʊ/ — four syllables, stress on the second.

Is Demetrio a boy or girl name?

Demetrio is a boy's name.

How popular is Demetrio?

Demetrio is a rare name in the U.S.