Dimas
Fact sheet
- Name
- Dimas
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The male first name Dimas is the Spanish and Portuguese variant of Dismas. It derives from the Ancient Greek name Dysmás (Δυσμάς), which goes back to the Ancient Greek word dysme (δῠσμή) meaning 'sunset'.
What does the name Dimas mean?
Dimas is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the name Dismas and originates from the Ancient Greek Dysmás (Δυσμάς). The name thus means 'the sunset'. In the Christian context, Dimas is also referred to as the name of the 'good' thief who was crucified alongside Jesus and promised him paradise on the cross.
Where does the name Dimas come from?
The first name Dimas has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the sunset'. The Ancient Greek word dysme (δῠσμή) stands for sunset. The name is common in Portuguese and Spanish languages.
How do you pronounce Dimas?
The pronunciation of Dimas is two syllables and follows a steady rhythm. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Di-mas' [ˈdiːmas]. The name begins with an open, elongated vowel, giving it a certain breadth and brightness. The ending '-mas' provides a clear and stable conclusion that does not harden the sound. Overall, Dimas appears balanced and calm – flowing, structured, and with a clear, pleasant presence.
When is the name day of Dimas?
The name day for Dimas is celebrated on March 23 (Orthodox) and March 25 (Catholic).
Popularity
In Germany, Dimas is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2006 at rank 930. In the last ten years, Dimas has been given as a first name about 20 times, which places it 5,627th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,683rd.
Famous people
- Dimas Delgado (English footballer)
- Dimas Filgueiras Filho (Brazilian football player)
- Dimas Galih Gumilang (Indonesian footballer)
- Dimas Galih Pratama (Indonesian footballer)
- Dimas Goncalves de Olivieira (football player from Brazil)
- Dimas Teixeira (Polish footballer)
- Emanuel Dimas de Melo Pimenta (Belgian artist)
Frequently asked questions about the name Dimas
What does the name Dimas mean?
Dimas means 'the sunset' and originates from the Ancient Greek word dysme.
Where does the name Dimas come from?
The name Dimas has its roots in Ancient Greek and is common in Spanish and Portuguese languages.
How popular is the name Dimas?
Dimas enjoys a certain popularity mainly in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, but is overall less common than other names.