UK surname

Demetriou

Of Greek origin, meaning "son of Demetrios" or "follower of Demeter".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Enfield.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Demetriou is 1,650 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

1,589

2016, ranked #3,908

Peak year

2014

1,650 bearers

Map years

1998 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 1,589 in 2016, ranked #3,908.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Map

Demetriou surname distribution map

The map shows where the Demetriou surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Demetriou surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Demetriou over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year	Period	Count	Rank
1997	modern	1,259	#4,522
1998	modern	1,348	#4,415
1999	modern	1,391	#4,331
2000	modern	1,408	#4,267
2001	modern	1,391	#4,241
2002	modern	1,436	#4,209
2003	modern	1,425	#4,162
2004	modern	1,437	#4,138
2005	modern	1,426	#4,138
2006	modern	1,442	#4,100
2007	modern	1,468	#4,078
2008	modern	1,499	#4,034
2009	modern	1,568	#3,948
2010	modern	1,638	#3,875
2011	modern	1,621	#3,871
2012	modern	1,574	#3,908
2013	modern	1,637	#3,839
2014	modern	1,650	#3,832
2015	modern	1,632	#3,826
2016	modern	1,589	#3,908

Geography

Where Demetrious are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Enfield. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank	Parish	Area
1	No data	No data

Top modern areas

Rank	Area	District
1	Enfield 035	Enfield
2	Enfield 031	Enfield
3	Enfield 036	Enfield
4	Enfield 021	Enfield
5	Enfield 026	Enfield

Forenames

First names often paired with Demetriou

These lists show first names that appear often with the Demetriou surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Maria Eleni Christina Helen Anna Elena Androulla Susan Angela Nicola

Recent male names

Andreas George Demetrios Andrew Demetris Michael Christopher Nicholas Marios Anthony

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Demetriou

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Demetriou, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Demetriou surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Demetriou household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

Professional Periphery

Within London, Demetriou is most associated with areas classed as Professional Periphery, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These neighbourhoods predominantly house residents aged 45+, with many aged 85+. Most employed residents work in senior roles, and relatively few work in unskilled jobs. Terraced housing is comparatively rare, but communal living is more common. More residents identify as of Indian ethnicity and more affiliate with non-Christian religions. Disability levels are below the Supergroup average.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Demetriou is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Demetriou falls in decile 4 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Demetriou is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate: White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Demetriou, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Origin

Meaning and origin of Demetriou

The surname Demetriou originated in Greece and has its roots in the Greek name Demetrios, which is derived from the Greek word "demeter," meaning "mother earth" or "earth goddess." This name was popular in ancient Greece and was often given to children in honor of the goddess Demeter.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Demetriou can be traced back to the Byzantine Empire, where it was a common surname among Greek families. During this period, the name appeared in various forms, such as Demetrios, Demetriades, and Demetriou.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname Demetriou was Demetrios Demetriou, a scholar and philosopher who lived in the 12th century. He was renowned for his work on classical Greek literature and his translations of ancient texts.

In the 14th century, the name Demetriou appeared in the records of the Republic of Venice, where it was associated with Greek families living in the Venetian-controlled territories of the eastern Mediterranean.

During the Ottoman Empire's rule over Greece, the surname Demetriou remained prevalent among Greek families. Notable individuals with this surname from this period include Konstantinos Demetriou, a Greek revolutionary who fought against Ottoman rule in the early 19th century.

As Greece gained independence in the 19th century, the surname Demetriou continued to be widely used. One of the most famous individuals with this surname was Georgios Demetriou (1841-1913), a Greek politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Greece from 1904 to 1905.

Another notable figure with the surname Demetriou was Alexandros Demetriou (1875-1960), a Greek sculptor and painter who was renowned for his works depicting scenes from Greek mythology and history.

In the 20th century, the name Demetriou gained recognition beyond Greece, with individuals bearing this surname making significant contributions in various fields. For example, Michalis Demetriou (1916-2003) was a Cypriot writer and poet who was widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern Cypriot literature.

Overall, the surname Demetriou has a rich history that spans centuries and is deeply rooted in Greek culture and traditions. It continues to be a prominent surname in Greece and among Greek communities around the world.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Demetriou surname: questions and answers

How common is the Demetriou surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 1,589 in 2016. That gives Demetriou a modern rank of #3,908.

What does the Demetriou surname mean?