Dimas

♂ Boy

Pronounced DEE-mahs /ˈdi.mɑs/Medium

Meaning: From Dismas/Dimas — the traditional name of the 'good thief' crucified with Jesus; etymology uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: The good thief, redeemed: Dimas is the traditional name of the penitent thief promised paradise beside Jesus. Devout, storied, and warm.

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Origin MediumGreek, Spanish

MeaningFrom Dismas/Dimas — the traditional name of the 'good thief' crucified with Jesus; etymology uncertain

U.S. rank (2025)#4898 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births20 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1996

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,834

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

Dimas comes from Dismas/Dimas — the traditional name of the penitent 'good thief' crucified with Jesus, who was promised paradise (the name's etymology is uncertain, which we note). Venerated as a saint, it's a devout Latino classic.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, the-good-thief at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Dimas (Dismas) is the traditional name of the 'good thief' crucified beside Jesus, who was promised paradise — he's venerated as the patron saint of prisoners.

Overall data confidence 65%

References — Dismas — etymology uncertain

Variations

DismasDimásDemas

Nicknames

Dimi

Famous Bearers

★Dimas Teixeira (1996-)
Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder
★Dimas Elmas (1999-)
North Macedonian professional footballer who plays for Napoli and the national team

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Dimas mean?

Dimas is the traditional name of the 'good thief' crucified with Jesus; its etymology is uncertain, so we note it.

How do you pronounce Dimas?

It's said DEE-mahs /ˈdi.mɑs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Dimas a boy or girl name?

Dimas is a boy's name.

How popular is Dimas?

Dimas is a rare name in the U.S.