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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73 Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Myles	Boy	Peaceful; Gracious; Soldier; Mill
Manuel	Boy	God is with us
Makari	Boy	Blessed; Happy
Matheo	Boy	Gift of Yahweh
Makhi	Boy	Battle; Sea; Who is like God
Myron	Boy	Myrrh; Sweet oil; Perfume
Maceo	Boy	Gift of God
Mace	Boy	Gift of God; A medieval weapon; Twin
Michelangelo	Boy	Who is like God?; Messenger
Macario	Boy	Blessed; Happy

Mads	Boy	A gift of God
Midas	Boy	Golden touch
Miron	Boy	Sweet oil; Perfume; Mount Meron
Markos	Boy	Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male
Margarito	Boy	A man with pearls
Macarius	Boy	Blessed; Fortunate; Happy
Machi	Boy	Ten thousand; Hemp; Wisdom; Pure; City; Man battle
Minas	Boy	The moon; Will helmet; Sensitivity; Bright; Established one
Merrik	Boy	Dark; Dark-skinned; Moor; Fame; Power
Mykola	Boy	Victory of the people

Makarios	Boy	One who is blessed and happy
Miklos	Boy	The victory of the people
Mikolaj	Boy	The victory of mankind
Michail	Boy	Who is like God?
Merric	Boy	Dark-skinned; Moorish
Macallister	Boy	Son of Alistair; Son of the defender of mankind; Defending men
Maximos	Boy	Greatest; A variant of Maxim
Mato	Boy	Gift of Yahweh
Milon	Boy	Yew; Miller; Generous
Matija	Boy	Gift of God

Morpheus	Boy	Shape; Form; Fashioner; Greek God of dreams
Moris	Boy	Dark-skinned; Moorish
Meliton	Boy	Honey
Maeret	Boy	A form of Margaret; Pearl; Little famous one
Malece	Boy	Bee; Mischief; From the woods
Marlas	Boy	From the high tower
Marv	Boy	Eminent; Sea; Noble; Desire; Sea friend; Sea hill
Mauritius	Boy	Roman God; Moorish; North African; An island nation
Melanion	Boy	Black color
Mele	Boy	Song; Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness

Menelaus	Boy	To stay or last; Wrath of the people
Mikul	Boy	Victory of the people
Mimis	Girl	Earth mother
Minos	Boy	King
Monick	Boy	Alone; Advisor; Counselor; Wise; A variant of Monique
Macaire	Boy	Blessed; Happy
Magglio	Boy	He who is like a pearl
Mago	Boy	Strength; Power; Pearl; Great
Makary	Boy	Happy; Blessed
Makeady	Boy	A blessed and cheerful individual

Makis	Boy	A person who is considered to be a gift of God
Manos	Boy	God is with us
Marinos	Boy	A young man of the sea
Mattathias	Boy	Lord's gift
Medin	Boy	Defender of men
Melaina	Boy	Black or dark-skinned
Menta	Boy	The defender of the mint plant
Mentor	Boy	Mind; Strength; Force; Wise advisor
Miiltiathis	Boy	Red earth or earth which is of red color
Miltiathis	Boy	Red colored soil; Red earth

Moisis	Boy	A noble Lord having or showing a kindly or tender nature
Monaco	Boy	Monk; Solitary; Single house
Monico	Girl	Advisor; Single
Mykyta	Boy	Winner; Victorious
Marcario	Boy	Bless; Blessed by God
Menelaos	Boy	Withstanding the people
Mitron	Boy	A man who loves his mother
Mikula	Boy	Victory of the people
Muta	Boy	Victory of the people
Matic	Boy	Gift of the Lord

Mahil	Unisex	Kindness; One who progresses; Earth; Intellect; Greatness; God's gift
Mikolas	Boy	Victory of the people
Morbius	Boy	Mysterious; Dark; Enigmatic

Infographic: Unique Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter M

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