How do you pronounce Demetrius?

De-mee-tree-us, IPA /dɪˈmiːtriəs/.

What is the origin of the name Demetrius?

Demetrius is a Masculine name from Greek (European).

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Demetrius

Q: What does the name Demetrius mean?

devoted to Demeter, the earth mother goddess. The name is strongly associated with Demetrius I Poliorcetes, a king of Macedon known for his sieges, and several saints in early Christianity.

Δημήτριος

De-mee-tree-us · /dɪˈmiːtriəs/

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Meaning

devoted to Demeter, the earth mother goddess

Legacy

The name is strongly associated with Demetrius I Poliorcetes, a king of Macedon known for his sieges, and several saints in early Christianity.

Known for

This name is well-known in Eastern Europe due to the veneration of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki in Orthodox Christianity.

earth

The images that carry it

🏛️

This emoji represents ancient Greek civilization, as Demetrius is a classical Greek name.

🌾

This emoji symbolizes Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and grain, to whom the name means 'devoted'.

🛡️

This emoji alludes to Demetrius I Poliorcetes, a military figure known for his sieges and warfare.

👑

This emoji signifies the many kings and emperors who bore the name Demetrius throughout history.

What it asks of you

Moral

You are called to nurture what grows around you.

Character

It embodies a person who is steadfast and deeply rooted.

Mindset

It holds a perspective of being connected to the natural order.

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