Dimitri

Dimitri is a masculine given name of Greek origin, derived from Demetrios, ultimately meaning "devoted to Demeter," the Greek goddess of agriculture. The name has long been used in Greek-speaking communities and has spread across Europe and the diaspora.

Variants of the name include Dmitri, Dmitriy, Demetri, Demetrios, Dimitrios, and Dimitris. The spelling and pronunciation vary by language and region, with Dimitri common in English-speaking contexts and Dmitri or Dmitry more typical in Russian and other Slavic languages. The name has many related forms in different cultures, reflecting local phonology and naming traditions.

In usage, Dimitri and its variants are found across Greece, Russia, and the Balkans, as well as in immigrant communities worldwide. The name often appears in literature and popular culture, sometimes reflecting its classical associations with Demeter and ancient Greek heritage.

Notable people and characters with the name include French footballer Dimitri Payet and Belgian DJ Dimitri Vegas. In fiction, Dimitri is the name of the main character in the 1997 animated film Anastasia, and of Dimitri Belikov, a prominent character in the Vampire Academy series.