Dmitriy is a Russian given name derived from the Greek name Demetrios, which means 'demonstration' or 'devoted to Dionysus'. It is often shortened to Dima in Russia and other Slavic countries. Dmitriy has been used in Russia for centuries, with notable bearers including Dmitri Donskoy, a Grand Prince of Moscow who played a key role in the establishment of the Russian state, and Dmitri Shostakovich, one of the 20th century's most celebrated composers.
"The name Dmitriy experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a peak of 32 births in 2005 and a low of 5 births in 1980. The total number of births with this name from 1980 to 2023 is 564."