Dametrius
Dametrius Origin and Meaning
Dametrius is a variant of Demetrius, which originates from Greek mythology as a masculine form of Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and harvest. The name means 'follower of Demeter' or 'earth-lover.' This specific spelling with 'a' emerged primarily in African American naming traditions during the late 20th century, reflecting a cultural pattern of creating distinctive variations on classical names. Dametrius combines the strength and history of its Greek original with a unique contemporary twist. While less common than Demetrius, it gained modest usage in the United States from the 1970s through the 1990s. The name carries a strong, rhythmic quality with its four syllables and conveys a sense of classical dignity with modern distinctiveness.