Demi
/də.ˈmiː/
Demi is a short form of Demetria, from the Greek goddess Demeter (“earth mother”). It also coincides with the French prefix demi- meaning “half.”
American actress Demi Moore (born 1962) popularised the name in the late 1980s and 1990s. She has said she was born as Demi, not Demetria, and was named after a makeup product.
Demi ranked No. 451 in 2024 with 693 births. It peaked at No. 339 in 2020 with 913 births, boosted by singer Demi Lovato’s continued visibility.
What the name Demi means
Lovato (born 1992 as Demetria) pronounces the name DEH-mee, while Moore uses deh-MEE. Both pronunciations are in common use.
Two syllables make the name quick and modern. Whether stressed on the first or second syllable, it carries a chic, contemporary feel.
Parents choosing Demi value its celebrity associations and its compact elegance. It packs personality into four letters.
US popularity over time
Numerology and symbolism
Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.
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