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Name Origin

Dimitri is a masculine given name of Greek origin, derived from the Greek name Demetrios. It means 'lover of the earth' or 'belonging to Demeter', the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility.

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Famous People

Dimitri Mendeleev (1834-1907)

Chemist

  • Created the periodic table of elements

Dimitri Shostakovich (1906-1975)

Composer

  • Wrote 15 symphonies and numerous other musical works
  • His music often reflected the political turmoil of his time in Soviet Russia

Dimitri Papadopoulos (1981-)

Footballer

  • Played for the Greece national team
  • Won the UEFA European Championship with Greece in 2004