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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101 Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter S

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Sebastian	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; Exalted
Silas	Boy	Of the forest; Of the woods; Asked for; Prayed for
Simon	Boy	Hearing; Listening; Flat-nosed
Stephen	Boy	Crown; Wreath; Fame; Honor; Reward
Seth	Boy	Appointed; Placed
Simeon	Boy	Obedient; Listening; Hearing
Syrus	Boy	Throne; Lord; Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sun; Like sun
Sebastien	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; Exalted
Sabastian	Boy	Revered; Venerable
Salim	Boy	Safe; Sound; Intact; Peaceful

Stefano	Boy	Crown
Sirius	Boy	Burning; Glowing; Star
Sandro	Boy	Defender of mankind
Sander	Boy	Defender of people
Stewart	Boy	Caretaker; Houseguard
Sebastion	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; Exalted
Stavros	Boy	Cross
Sanders	Boy	Defending men
Stephano	Boy	He wears a crown
Sirus	Boy	Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sun; Lord

Stefanos	Boy	A man who wears the crown
Steffen	Boy	He who is crowned
Scorpio	Boy	Scorpion
Spiridon	Boy	A derivative of Spyridon, meaning spirit
Sava	Boy	Old man; Granfather; Saint who was a trainer of young monks
Symon	Boy	To hear; To listen
Sebastiano	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; Exalted
Sandor	Boy	To defend or to help mankind
Safir	Boy	Mediator; Ambassador; Sapphire
Sonnie	Boy	Son; Wisdom

Sender	Unisex	Defending men
Steward	Boy	One who is a steward
Socrates	Boy	Whole power
Savva	Boy	Wise; Old man; Grandfather
Sapan	Boy	Dream; A bamboo used to keep cloth; Crown; Wreathe; That which surrounds
Sabas	Unisex	Old man' Grandfather
Spyridon	Boy	Basket; Spirit
Stelios	Boy	One who is like a pillar, who gives support
Stevenson	Boy	Crowned
Savvas	Boy	Old man; Granfather

Stepan	Boy	One who is crowned with a crown
Seraphim	Boy	Burning ones; Fiery ones; An order of angels, each with six wings
Spiro	Boy	One who makes baskets; Spirit
Steffan	Boy	Crowned with garland
Symeon	Boy	To hear; To listen
Szymon	Boy	To hear; To listen
Steeve	Boy	Crown; Wealth
Stevens	Unisex	Crown; Wreath
Stylianos	Boy	Pillar; Strong as a pillar
Stamatis	Boy	Stop

Sisto	Unisex	Scraped; Polished; Sixth
Seymour	Boy	From the town of Saint Maur; North African; Moorish",
Solon	Boy	Lump of iron
Spiros	Boy	Basket-maker; Spirit
Saunders	Boy	Son of Alexander; Defending men
Stephanos	Boy	Crown
Siem	Unisex	Hearing; Listening; Flat-nosed
Stephenson	Boy	Son of stephen
Spartacus	Boy	He who comes from the ancient Greek city of Sparta
Serafim	Boy	Fiery ones; An order of angels, each with six wings

Sotiris	Boy	He is salvation
Simion	Boy	To listen; To hear
Stasha	Boy	Resurrection
Sabastein	Boy	One who is revered
Sanady	Boy	One who is a defender of men; powerful and brave
Sanderson	Boy	Protector of man; Son of Alexander
Sandey	Boy	Shining upon man
Sarantis	Boy	Forty
Saunder	Boy	Defender of men
Seb	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; God of the earth

Sebastjan	Boy	Man from Sebaste
Sebbe	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable
Seiren	Girl	Calm; Serene
Selvyn	Boy	Greek God of trees
Sevasti	Boy	A well respected man
Simky	Boy	One who is an amazing listener and orator
Sinon	Boy	To harm or hurt; To be God's gift
Skandar	Boy	Defending men
Skete	Boy	Ascetic; Swift or rapid
Sophocles	Boy	Glory of skill; Glorious in wisdom

Sosthenes	Boy	Safe in strength
Stamos	Boy	A person who is crowned with a laurel crown
Stavrianos	Boy	To be like a cross
Stea	Boy	A son of Athena
Step	Boy	Crown; Wreath
Stephan	Unisex	Crown; Wreath
Stephon	Unisex	Crown; Wreath
Steve	Unisex	Crown; Wreath; Victorious
Steven	Unisex	Crown; Wreath; Renowned
Skender	Boy	Defender of mankind

Stelian	Boy	Pillar
Seleukos	Boy	To be light; To be white
Sostratos	Boy	The safe army
Soso	Boy	He will add
Stepane	Boy	Crown; Wreath
Spyros	Boy	Basket; Spirit
Stephanus	Boy	Crown; Wreath
Sime	Unisex	Hearing; Listening
Sophos	Unisex	Wise; Skilled
Spyro	Boy	Basket; Spirit

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Infographic: Famous Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter S

A child's name carries deep personal, cultural, and familial significance. It represents the bearer's cultural and linguistic background while offering insight into their attributes. If you wish to navigate the world of names, this infographic showcases some of the most renowned Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter S. This can help you select a name that best aligns with your family's preferences and religious beliefs.

Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter S(infographic)

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