Demitri is of Greek origin, derived from the word 'demos' meaning 'the people'. It is composed of two elements: 'demos', which signifies 'the people', and '-tri', a suffix indicating 'follower'. Thus, Demitri translates to 'people's leader'. This name gained prominence during the Middle Ages due to its association with Byzantine emperors. Today, it continues to be a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique yet historically significant name for their child.
"Demitre was a popular name for newborns in the early to mid-1990s, with a peak of 10 births in 1992. After a brief dip, it regained popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, but never quite reached the heights of its initial popularity. Overall, Demitre was given to 51 newborns over this period."