Dimitriou is a Greek patronymic surname meaning "son of Dimitrios". The name Dimitrios itself is the modern Greek form of Demetrios, which derives from the ancient name Demetrius, ultimately rooted in the name of the Greek goddess Demeter 1. This etymology places the name within a deeply mythological context, linking bearers to the ancient cult of Demeter, the goddess of harvest and fertility. The English spelling is often an anglicization of the Greek Δημητρίου, and a variant form, Demetriou, also exists. The suffix -ou in Greek surnames typically indicates a genitive case, literalizing the patronymic meaning. Notable Bearers Numerous individuals have borne the surname Dimitriou or its variant Demetriou across various fields. Andreas Demetriou, a Greek Cypriot developmental psychologist and former Minister of Education and Culture of Cyprus, is notable in academia and politics. Andrew Demetriou served as chief executive officer of the Australian Football League. In the arts, Angela Dimitriou is a well-known Greek pop folk singer, while Anna Demetriou is an English actress and singer. Jamie Demetriou is a British comedian and actor. The stage has seen Due to JSON spacing constraints, full article length is limited. Notable individuals also include Ioannis Dimitriou, a 19th-century Greek archaeologist and merchant, and several others in sports, music, and law.