394 Greek Baby Boy Names With Meanings

景区景观、气候、美食nd the culture make Greece a popular travel destination. But there is so much more to Greece, and Greek boy names are testimony to it. Natural beauty and epic monuments are a small part of the civilization that introduced the world to democracy (1). Greek philosophy changed people’s perception of various concepts and made way for a renewed Western intellectual tradition (2). Greece has given to the world many great leaders, scientists, and philosophers, and its history and culture have inspired people all over the world. The names of such personalities carry forward ancient Greeks’ legacies and philosophical wisdom. The Greek naming system is influenced by the country’s mythology and history, with several choosing names of Greek gods, leaders, and philosophers for their children. From the mighty ruler of gods, Zeus, to the god of music and poetry, Apollo, Greek names reflect the celestial pantheon. They serve as a reminder of a remarkable era in Greek history. As Greek culture evolved, names of mythological figures and heroes like Achilles and Hercules were used to honor these Greek legends. These names reflect the heroic and triumphant spirit of Greek civilization. Greek parents often opt for baby names that carry forwrd their legacy and maintain the family tradition. Melodic elegance coupled with profound meanings make Greek baby names a preferred choice for parents across the globe. These names signify not only the individual but also the culture's thirst for knowledge and wisdom. They are unique and have a special ring to them. We have collected a list of such baby boy names that you can consider for your newborn and keep them connected to Greek roots forever.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Kassandros		Boy	Shining upon man
Keelan		Unisex	Slender
Kester		Boy	Follower of Christ; Carrier of Christ; From the camp of the Roman army
Kleitus		Boy	Calling forth or summoned
Kleocharis		Boy	A famous man
Korragos		Boy	Leader of the army.
Kosta		Boy	Bulgarian diminutive of Konstantin; Constant
Krateros		Boy	One who is powerful.
Kristiono		Boy	A Christian man or a follower of Christmas.
Kristoffer		Boy	Bearing Christ; A variant form of Christopher and Kristopher
Kristopher		Boy	One who carries Christ
Kronid		Boy	Kronid is a form of the name Kronos and means crow.
Kuzma		Boy	The universe
Kyril		Boy	Lordly
Laomedon		Boy	The one who governs.
Lazarus		Boy	God's assistance
Leo		Boy	Lion
Leon		Boy	Lion
Leonides		Boy	Who is like a lion
Leonnatos		Boy	One who is like the lion
Leviticus		Boy	Third son of Jacob and Leah
Lex		Boy	Short form of the Greek name Alexander
Linus		Boy	Flax-colored; Flax-haired
Loukas		Boy	Describing light
Lucas		Boy	Bringer of light
Lukas		Boy	Illumination; Light
Lukaz		Boy	Bretons form of Luke; Light giving
Luke		Boy	Bringer of light
Maeret		Boy	A form of Margaret; Pearl; Little famous one
Magdalena		Boy	Of Magdala
Mago		Boy	An admirable; Great person
Makari		Boy	Blessed
Makis		Boy	A person who is considered to be a gift of God
Marlas		Boy	From the high tower
Mateo		Boy	Gift of God
Mattathias		Boy	Lord's gift
Matthias		Boy	Gift of God
Maximus		Boy	Greatest
Melanion		Boy	Black color
Menelaos		Boy	Withstanding the people
Menelaus		Boy	People who withstand; A variant of Menelaos
Miles		Boy	Gracious; Merciful
Minos		Boy	The King of Crete; Son of Zeus and Europa; A variant form of Mynos
Mitron		Boy	A man who loves his mother
Moisis		Boy	A noble Lord having or showing a kindly or tender nature
Monick		Boy	独自一人;顾问;辅导员;明智的;模拟的变种que
Moris		Boy	Swarthy; Dark-skinned; A moor; A variant of Morris
Mykola		Boy	Victory of the people
Mykyta		Boy	A man who has the capability of winning in every field; A winner
Nani		Unisex	Beauty; Glory; Grace
Napoleon		Boy	One who loves mist and fog a lot; Son of haze
Neculai		Boy	Romanian form of Nikolaos, meaning victor of the people
Neo		Unisex	New; Gift
Neofit		Boy	Bulgarian form of Neophytos meaning newly planted
Neoptolemus		Boy	New war
Nigul		Boy	Estonian form of Nicholas; Victory of the people
Nikanor		Boy	Victory
Nikias		Boy	Victory
Nikifor		Boy	Bulgarian form of Nicephorus; Bringer of victory
Nikolais		Boy	Estonian form of Nicholas; Victory of the people
Nikolajs		Boy	A form of Nicholas; People's victory
Nikoli		Boy	Form of Nicholas; Victory of the people
Nikula		Boy	A variant of Nikulas; Victory of the people
Nikulas		Boy	Estonian form of Nicholas; Victory of the people
Nile		Boy	Victor; Winner; Defeater; Titleholder
Niles		Boy	One who is attractive while talking
Odell		Unisex	One who is distressed or upset
Odisej		Boy	To hate or to be grieved
Ojal		Boy	Vision; Sight; See; Picturised; Imagined
Oleksiy		Boy	Defender
Orest		Boy	One who stands on the mountain
Orien		Unisex	Fine looking and delightful person
Orion		Unisex	Light of the heavens
Orpheus		Boy	The darkness of night
Orrin		Boy	Color that is highly diluted with white
Osias		Boy	Salvation; God saves
Ostap		Boy	稳定的
Othello		Boy	A prosperous being
Owen		Boy	Well-born; Noble birth
Pan		Boy	A shepherd who is a caretaker
Panas		Boy	Immortal
Panayiotis		Boy	All holy
Pancrazio		Boy	Supreme ruler; All-powerful
Panfilo		Boy	Friend of all; A variant of Pamphilos
Parmenion		Boy	The descendant of Parmenon
Pausanias		Boy	Name of a Spartan king; Grief or sorrow
Pearce		Boy	Son of Peter; Rock; Stone
Pearse		Boy	Son of Peter; Rock; Stone; A variant form of Pearson
Pedro		Boy	Rock; Stone; A form of Peter
Peithon		Boy	The one who persuades
Peko		Boy	A variant of Peka; A form of Petros; Stone or rock
Pelagia		Boy	A dweller of the sea; Efficient
Perdikkas		Boy	The First
Perico		Boy	Rock; Stone
Perig		Boy	Stone
Pero		Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pedro; A form of Peter
Petar		Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pero; A form of Peter
Petr		Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pero; A form of Peter
Petrica		Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pero; A form of Peter
Petroc		Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pero; A form of Peter

Frequently Asked Questions

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

许多历史人物和著名的个人甲型肝炎e 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 history's 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.

2. 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 father's 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

Infographic: Most Inspiring Greek Baby Boy Names

Greece is regarded as the birthplace of Western civilization. It has a long and varied history and culture with names and words that aptly capture its essence. The ancient Greeks passed down some of the most beautiful mythological tales and powerful legends. Names inspired by them have widespread appeal. Check out this infographic for some adorable ones.

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