Greek original form of Demetrius.
Biblical namesake: Demetrius was a silversmith in Ephesus who opposed the Apostle Paul, leading a riot against the spread of Christianity. He is mentioned in the New Testament book of Acts. (Acts · Acts 19)
Saintly namesake: Demetrius of Thessaloniki was a 4th-century Christian martyr and military saint, widely venerated in Eastern Christianity. He is one of several saints named Demetrios. (October 26 · 4th century)
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