Dumitru

Russian from Greek Demetrius

Dumitru Origin and Meaning

The name Dumitru is a boy's name of Romanian origin.

Dumitru is a traditional Romanian masculine name derived from the Greek Dimitrios, which connects to Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and fertility. Common throughout Romania and Moldova, Dumitru is the Romanian equivalent of Demetrius or Dmitri. The name has deep historical roots in Eastern European and Orthodox Christian traditions. While relatively uncommon in Western countries, it remains an important cultural name in Romanian communities worldwide. Dumitru features a distinctive sound pattern with its three syllables and unique combination of consonants and vowels. The name offers a strong connection to Romanian heritage while providing an uncommon option with historical depth.

Famous People Named Dumitru

• Dumitru Prunariu Romanian cosmonaut
• Dumitru Staniloae Romanian Orthodox theologian
• Dumitru Nicolae Romanian footballer
• Dumitru Popescu Romanian aircraft designer
• Dumitru Sigmirean Romanian footballer