Dimitar

Meaning & origin

Dimitar is a masculine given name with Slavic roots, derived from Demetrius and traditionally interpreted as “one devoted to Demeter,” the ancient Greek goddess. It is especially common in Bulgarian and Macedonian usage. Familiar diminutive forms include Mitko, Mite, Mito, Dimo, Dimko, and Dimka. Notable individuals with this name include Bulgarian historian Dimitar Agura; political figure Dimitar Blagoev; writer and veterinarian Dimitar Dimov; footballer Dimitar Yakimov; and 19th‑century painter Dimitar Zograf.

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Famous people with the first name Dimitar

• Dimitar Berbatov Bulgarian footballer
• Dimitar Mitov Person
• Dimitar Penev Bulgarian football player and coach
• Dimitar Kuzmanov Bulgarian tennis player
• Dimitar Savatinov Person
• Dimitar Kisimov Person

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