Demia
About Demia
Demia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a shortened form of Damiana, which derives from Greek meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue,' or could be connected to Demetria, meaning 'follower of Demeter,' the Greek goddess of agriculture. Another interpretation links it to a feminine variant of Damien, with origins in the Greek 'damazo' meaning 'to conquer.' While not commonly used, Demia has an appealing modern sound with ancient roots. The name's brevity and flowing sound make it accessible across different cultures, while its relative rarity offers distinctiveness. Demia has seen occasional usage in the United States but remains an uncommon choice, appealing to parents seeking short, melodic names with subtle classical connections.
Pronounced DEM-ee-uh.
As of October 2026, Demia ranked #10303 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #4521 in 1998.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |