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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137 Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter P

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Peter	Boy	Rock; Stone
Pedro	Boy	Rock; Stone
Philip	Boy	Horse lover
Pierce	Boy	Rock; Stone; Son of Piers
Phillip	Boy	Horse lover
Pierre	Boy	One who is tough as a rock
Pierson	Boy	Rock; Son of Peter
Perseus	Boy	Son of Zeus; To destroy; Sacker of cities
Paris	Boy	Lover; Capital city of France
Pietro	Boy	Rock

Pearce	Boy	Son of Peter; Rock; Stone
Perrin	Boy	Rock
Poseidon	Boy	Lord of the Earth; Master of water
Piero	Boy	Rock; Stone
Philemon	Boy	Beloved; Dear most; Loved one; Kiss; Affectionate
Philippe	Boy	Horse lover
Petar	Boy	Rock
Polo	Boy	Freer of horses; Bold or brave people
Priam	Boy	Redeemed; Beloved
Platon	Boy	A broad-shouldered person

Phil	Boy	A lover or friend of horses; Friend; Beloved
Peterson	Boy	The son of Peter; Stone
Petros	Boy	One who is like a stone
Philippos	Boy	A friend of horses
Park	Boy	One who lives near park; Nobleman; Stone; Plain
Philipp	Boy	Lover of horses; Friend of horses; Horse lover
Philo	Boy	Beloved; Lover; Friend; Partner
Porfirio	Boy	Purple coloring; Purple dye
Phelix	Boy	Lucky; Fortunate; Successful
Panfilo	Boy	Friend of all

Piers	Boy	Rock; Stone
Prometheus	Boy	Foresight; Forethought
Pollux	Boy	Very Sweet; Constellation Gemini
Pearson	Girl	Son of Peter; Rock; Stone; Son of Pierce
Panayiotis	Boy	All holy
Pavlos	Boy	Little; Humble; Small
Ptolemy	Boy	Aggressive and warlike
Pericles	Boy	One who exceeds; A glorious being
Piotr	Boy	Rock; Stone
Pantelis	Unisex	All compassionate

Philander	Boy	One who is a lover and loves mankind
Patch	Boy	To fight; Rock or stone; Easter Passover; Noble; A piece of material used to mend or cover a hole or weak spot
Pieter	Boy	Rock; another form of Peter
Per	Boy	The person who is like a rock or stone
Petter	Boy	A person who has a solid personality
Phillipe	Boy	One who is fond of horses
Phelps	Boy	One who is born to love horses; Son of Philip
Petro	Boy	Rock; Stone
Philbert	Boy	Brightness; Very brilliant; Lover; Friend
Panos	Boy	All holy; Devoted to the gods; Sacred

Pier	Boy	Bridge; Pillar; A stone or a rock
Petr	Boy	Rock; Stone
Peder	Boy	A strong individual
Persaeus	Unisex	To waste, ravage, sack, or destroy
Pancrazio	Boy	All-powerful
Pearse	Boy	Son of Peter; Stone
Peeta	Girl	Rock; Stone
Perico	Boy	Rock; Stone
Perin	Girl	Stone or rock
Pero	Boy	Rock; Stone

Petrica	Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pero; A form of Peter
Petroc	Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pero; A form of Peter
Petru	Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pero; A form of Peter
Petrus	Boy	Rock; Stone
Phaedonas	Boy	Bright; Shining; A variant of Phaidros
Phaedron	Boy	Bright; Shining; A variant of Phaidros
Philippus	Boy	Lover of horses; Friend of horses
Philips	Boy	Lover of horses; Friend of horses
Philon	Boy	Beloved; Dear most; Loved one; To love
Piet	Boy	Rock; Stone

Pietari	Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pietro; A form of Peter
Pirizzi	Boy	A Surname of Italian origin; A variant of Pirozzi; A form of Piero or Peter
Pisa	Boy	Name of one of the ancient cities in Tuscany, Italy; Habitational name from the city of Pisa in Tuscany
Plutarco	Boy	Rich prince
Policarpo	Boy	He who produces abundant fruit
Ponce	Boy	Fifth
Pontus	Boy	Fifth; Sea
Prokhor	Boy	Chorus leader; One who leads the singers
Pachim	Boy	One who is fat
Panagiotis	Girl	All holy

Pancratius	Boy	One who is all powerful and has strength; ruler
Panteleimon	Boy	Compassionate and merciful individual
Parthik	Boy	One who is born pure and chaste
Parys	Boy	A self-reliant and creative human being
Pathy	Boy	A feeling of self-reliance and practical nature
Patricius	Boy	Serious-minded
Pello	Boy	Has spiritual matters; stone man
Peris	Boy	Surrounding glory; Nearing masculinity
Persia	Boy	From Persia; The cuts or divides
Peru	Boy	Stone; Land of Abundance

Pete	Boy	Stone; Rock
Petey	Boy	Stone; Rock
Petri	Girl	Stone; Rock
Phaethon	Boy	Son of Helios
Phaeton	Boy	Someone with a shining bright personality
Phaon	Boy	Name of the ferryman
Philana	Boy	A lover of mankind
Philoma	Boy	One who is an affectionate and lovely being
Philomen	Boy	A loving and affectionate human being
Philomenos	Boy	Has a lot of strength; lover of power

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Infographic: Attractive Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter P

Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter P are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter P(infographic)

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