Follower of Demeter
A Slavic variation of the Greek name Demetrios, meaning 'follower of Demeter.' In Greek mythology, Demeter was the goddess of agriculture, grain, and the harvest, making the name deeply connected to the earth.
Less common today
Dimitriy isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,764 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Chemist who formulated the Periodic Law and created the periodic table
Renowned 20th-century Soviet composer and pianist
Russian Grand Duke known for his involvement in the plot against Rasputin
