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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20 Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter Y

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Yusef	Boy	He will add
Yanis	Unisex	God is gracious
Yiannis	Boy	God is gracious
Yulian	Unisex	Downy-bearded
Yossi	Unisex	He will add
Yanni	Boy	God is gracious
Yishai	Boy	Gift
Yannis	Unisex	God is gracious
Yuli	Unisex	Downy-bearded
Yani	Unisex	Peace; Yahweh is gracious

Yvan	Boy	Yahweh is gracious; God is gracious; Expectation; Hope; Little
Yakub	Boy	God will protect; Supplanter
Yorick	Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Yaris	Girl	Love; Beautiful; Spring
Yuriy	Boy	Earthworker; Farmer
Youri	Unisex	Farmer; Earthworker
Yury	Boy	Earthworker; Farmer
Yevgeny	Boy	Well-born
Ywain	Boy	Well-born; Born of sheep; Of desire; Young warrior
Yiorgos	Boy	Farmer; Earthworker

Infographic: Unique Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter Y

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Greek Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter Y(infographic)

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