Dimitria is of Greek origin, derived from the ancient Greek word 'dimitraios', meaning 'of Demeter'. It is a feminine given name that was quite popular during the Byzantine Empire and has seen resurgence in recent years. The name is associated with the goddess Demeter in Greek mythology, who was the deity of harvest and agriculture.
The name Dimitria experienced fluctuations in popularity over time, with peak years being 1975 (11 births) and 1994 (16 births). The most consistent decades for the name were the 1970s and 1990s, with a total of 82 and 53 births respectively. However, there are several gaps in popularity, such as no recorded births between 1983 and 1986, and only one birth each year from 1987 to 1989. Overall, the name Dimitria has been given to a total of 240 newborns over this period.