Demi
2 syllables
⚥ Unisex ◎ Greek ◈ 2 syllables
"Mother of Land"

From Greek

The name Demi is derived from the Greek word demos, which means people or populace. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

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Demi at a glance
MeaningMother of Land
OriginGreek
GenderUnisex
Syllables2
NumerologyLife Path 4
US Rank#452
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Origin & history of Demi
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Greek roots
The name Demi is derived from the Greek word demos, which means people or populace. Demi is a shortened form of the name Demetria, which is derived from the Greek goddess of fertility and agriculture, Demeter. Demi is also a French name, which means half or small. In the United States, the name Demi has been steadily rising in popularity since the 1970s and is currently ranked as the 226th most popular girls' name. Demi is a unisex name, but it is more commonly given to girls. Demi Lovato, an American singer, and actress, is a well-known bearer of the name. Demi Moore, an American actress, is another famous person with the name Demi. Demi is also a term used in the fashion industry to describe a size smaller than a standard small, but larger than an extra-small. In mathematics, demi is a prefix that means half. For example, a demi-plane is a half-plane. Demi is a cute and trendy name that has been chosen by several celebrities for their daughters, including Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, and John Legend and Chrissy Teigen. I hope you find these facts interesting!
2
Root name
The root form of Demi is Demi — meaning Mother of Land.
3
Modern usage
Demi remains a beloved choice, ranking #452 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Demi?
452 avg. per year
Average US registrations in the last 10 years
Approximately 452 babies were named Demi each year in the United States over the last decade. That puts it in the popular range — familiar and widely loved.
4,520 Total US registrations
last 10 years
2 Syllables
4 Numerology
life path
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Numerology of Demi
4
Life path number
The Builder
Discipline, reliability and masterful building.
🏗️Builder
📋Organised
💪Hardworking
🎯Detail-oriented
D4
E5
M4
I9
Sum: 22 → Life path 4
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Personality of Demi
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Steady & reliable
When they make a promise, they keep it.
📐
Methodical
Thorough, careful, precise.
💪
Quietly powerful
Their strength is always there when it matters.
🌿
Grounded
No matter what swirls around them, they stay centred.
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