Names/Demi/Demi Moore
EntertainmentAmerican1962 – present

Demi Moore

Actress, Ghost, G.I. Jane, major 1990s film star

Biography

Demi Gene Guynes Moore (born 1962) is an American actress, film producer, and former model who became one of Hollywood's most prominent leading ladies in the 1980s and 1990s. Born in Roswell, New Mexico, she began her career in television before breaking through in films like St. Elmo's Fire (1985) and later achieving major stardom with Ghost (1990), where her chemistry with Patrick Swayze captivated audiences worldwide. She became known for choosing challenging and unconventional roles, most notably in Indecent Proposal (1993) and G.I. Jane (1997), where she shaved her head for the role—a bold move that defied Hollywood expectations of female beauty standards. Her films consistently performed well at the box office, making her one of the highest-paid actresses of the 1990s. Beyond acting, Moore has been a producer on several projects and founded the production company Moving Pictures. Her personal life, including high-profile marriages to Emilio Estevez, Bruce Willis, and Ashton Kutcher, has kept her in the public eye. In recent years, she has experienced a career resurgence with acclaimed performances in television and film, and has been candid about her personal struggles, including addiction and health challenges. Moore's legacy in Hollywood includes not only her filmography but her influence on how female actors approach bold career choices.

The Name Demi

Demi Moore popularized the name Demi beginning in the 1980s, transforming it from a relatively obscure name into one associated with celebrity glamour and Hollywood success.

Quick Facts
Category

Entertainment

Nationality

American

Born

1962

Thinking about the name

Demi

Greek origin

A shortened, accessible form of Demetrius that works beautifully as a standalone name, meaning 'of Demeter' in its compressed form. Demi has gained popularity as a modern, gender-flexible option with contemporary flair while retaining classical heritage.