About Demosthenes
The surname Demosthenes is of Greek origin and is derived from the personal name Demosthenes, which means "strength of the people" or "power of the people." It is a combination of the Greek words "demos," meaning "people," and "sthenos," meaning "strength" or "power." The surname Demosthenes likely originated as a patronymic, indicating descent from an ancestor named Demosthenes, and is associated with individuals who possess qualities of strength, power, and influence.
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The surname Demosthenes is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Demosthenes based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Demosthenes in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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