Demetrius Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Demetrius Name at a Glance

Name	Demetrius
Meaning	'Belonging to corn, or to Ceres'
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Demetrius Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Demetrius means “'Belonging to corn, or to Ceres”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Demetrius Name Origin

Our database records Demetrius under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Demetrius a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Demetrius is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Demetrius

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