Are there any famous people or historical figures with Greek names that parents may want to consider?

Many historical figures and famous individuals have Greek names, each carrying inspiring meanings. Nikos, a widely used given name and nickname, was famously borne by Nikos Kazantzakis, one of the most influential Greek writers and philosophers of the 20th century. Another notable example is Alexander the Great, the third King of Macedon, widely regarded as one of human historys most exceptional military leaders. Variations such as Alex, Alexa, and Alexandrios offer alternative options. Like Saint Sebastian, numerous other figures also derived their names from Greek origins.

Is it important to consider the middle name when choosing a Greek boy name?

According to Greek naming customs, individuals typically have a first name followed by a patronymic name and a family name. For instance, an example name would be Yiorgos Georgiou Aetos. The patronymic name is formed using the fathers name, often with the suffix -ou denoting of. For instance, Georgiou signifies(son) of Georgios. It is common for individuals to have a second personal name in addition to their patronymic name, which serves as their middle name

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50 Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter B

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Bowen	Boy	Son of Owen; Noble; Victorious
Bishop	Boy	Overseer
Bastian	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable
Basil	Boy	Royal; Kingly; Brave
Bartholomew	Boy	Son Of Talmai
Bastion	Unisex	Venerable; Revered
Bastien	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable
Bash	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; Stream
Barnabas	Boy	Son of encouragement; Son of the Prophet
Bates	Boy	Boatman; One who lives near lush pasture; Son of Talmai

Basilio	Boy	Royal; Kingly; Brave
Bocephus	Boy	Ox-head
Bartolo	Boy	Son of Talmai; Farmer
Barnaby	Boy	Son of encouragement; Son of the Prophet; Son of consolation
Bautista	Boy	To dip; Baptist
Baptiste	Boy	Baptist; To dip
Bartley	Boy	From the Birch tree meadow; Woodland clearing; Son of Talmai; Farmer
Bazil	Boy	Kingly; Royal; Brave
Bartek	Boy	Son of Talmai
Bartlett	Boy	Son of Talmai

Barney	Boy	Son of the Prophet; Son of consolation; A strong and brave bear
Basile	Boy	Royal; Kingly; Brave
Biagio	Boy	One who Stutters
Bale	Boy	One who lives by the castle wall; Correct; Kingly
Bacchus	Boy	To shout
Babel	Boy	A confused person; Confusion; Foreign
Babil	Boy	City of Babylon; Gateway of God
Baldwyn	Boy	A bold and brave friend
Balthasar	Boy	A version of Baltasar
Bambang	Boy	A knight or a soldier

Baptist	Boy	To dip
Baranar	Boy	Foreign
Barde	Boy	One who Sings Ballads
Bardot	Boy	Stone; Horse armor
Barthold	Boy	Son of Talmai; Farmer
Bartolomeo	Boy	Son of Talmai; Furrowed
Bas	Boy	From Sebaste town; Venerable; Lion
Basilius	Boy	Kingly; Royal; Brave
Basilus	Boy	A king
Bebak	Boy	Bold; Daring

Bebba	Boy	Male; brother
Bedros	Boy	Stone
Benedek	Boy	Holy; Blessed
Bengt	Boy	Blessed; To give honor or glory to a person or thing as divine or holy
Bernardas	Boy	Brave
Berndt	Boy	Brave Like a Bear
Berto	Boy	Intelligent
Biaggio	Boy	One who stammers
Bion	Boy	Life
Balakros	Boy	One who is bald

Infographic: Notable Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter B

Choosing the right name for your child requires careful consideration of several factors. Selecting a name that aligns with your child's personality and cultural background could be tricky with the myriad of themes available. If you are looking for noteworthy Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter B, this infographic offers a curated list to help you find the perfect name for your little one.

Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter B(infographic)

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