Demetrus, of Greek origin, is derived from the word 'demos', meaning 'earth' or 'country'. It's a strong and distinct name that rolls off the tongue with elegance. In ancient times, Demetrus was often associated with agriculture and nature due to its root meaning.
The name Demetrus experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the decades with a total of 633 births recorded between 1962 and 2014. The peak years for this name were 1973 (26 births), 1975 (24 births), and 1978 (23 births). However, there was also a notable decline in its usage after the late 1970s, with fewer than 20 births per year from 1981 onwards. The most recent data available shows that Demetrus has remained relatively uncommon, with no more than 12 births recorded annually since 2003.