Dmitri
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Dmitri is a boy name of Russian origin meaning "Of Demeter, earth mother".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Russian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Of Demeter, earth mother
Etymology
Derived from the Greek name Demetrius (Δημήτριος), meaning 'of Demeter', which is named after the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility.
Famous People Named Dmitri
- Dmitri Mendeleev — Russian chemist (1834–1907)
- Dmitri Shostakovich — Soviet composer and pianist (1906-1975)
- Dmitri Muratov — Russian journalist and television presenter (born 1961)
- Dmitri Kruglov — Estonian footballer (born 1984)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dmitri
What does the name Dmitri mean?
Dmitri means "Of Demeter, earth mother", and is of Russian origin.
What is the origin of the name Dmitri?
Dmitri originates from Russian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Dmitri a boy or girl name?
Dmitri is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Dmitri associated with?
Dmitri is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Dmitri?
Yes — notable people named Dmitri include Dmitri Mendeleev (Russian chemist, 1834–1907), Dmitri Shostakovich (Soviet composer and pianist, 1906-1975), Dmitri Muratov (Russian journalist and television presenter, born 1961) and Dmitri Kruglov (Estonian footballer, born 1984).
Last updated: June 2026