Dmitri

Masculine

Meaning

Follower of Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek name Demetrius, which comes from Demeter, the goddess of grain and harvest. The name was particularly popular in Russia and Eastern Europe, where it became Dmitri.

About the Name Dmitri

Dmitri is the Russian form of the classical Greek name Demetrius, widely used throughout Russia and Eastern Europe. It carries both mythological significance and modern prominence through notable historical and contemporary figures.

Notable Bearers

Dmitri Shostakovich Dmitri Mendeleev Dmitri Medvedev

Historical People Named Dmitri