Boy nameNot in the current top charts
Demosthenes
4 syllablesPeak year: 192311 lettersStarts with D
Meaning & origin
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Demosthenes's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Demosthenes |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
Demosthenes through the decades
- Demosthenes peaked in 1923, when 8 babies were named Demosthenes in the US.
- The 1930s were Demosthenes's strongest decade, averaging 7 births a year.