"all-holy, entirely sacred"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Panagiotis
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All-holy Greek name honoring the Virgin Mary's feast
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Meaning & Origin
"devoted to the Virgin Mary (Panagia)"
Origin: Greek Orthodox
Language: Greek
"all + holy (pan + agios)"
Origin: Ancient Greek
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The Story of Panagiotis
Panagiotis derives from the Greek adjective panagios, meaning all-holy, formed from pan (all) and agios (holy, sacred). The name honors the Virgin Mary, known in Greek Orthodox tradition as the Panagia — the All-Holy One, the ultimate embodiment of holiness. As a name, Panagiotis declares its bearer devoted to this sacred ideal, connecting him to centuries of Orthodox Marian veneration and the ancient Greek philosophical tradition of the all-encompassing good.
Panagiotis has remained a perennial classic in Greek and Orthodox communities for centuries rather than trending in waves. In Greece, it is genuinely ubiquitous across all social classes, regions, and generations — one of the foundational names of Greek cultural identity.
Panagiotis is among the most culturally significant names in the Greek Orthodox world. August 15, the feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos (the falling asleep of the Virgin Mary), is a major public holiday in Greece, and all people named Panagiotis celebrate their name day with community festivities. The name embeds its bearer within one of the most important liturgical celebrations in Orthodox Christianity.
Historical Record
Panagiotis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1963.
Over 1,297 babies have been named Panagiotis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Panagiotis is past its peak , currently ranked #6,479 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Panagiotis has more nicknames than almost any Greek name — Panos, Takis, Notis, Akis, Giotis, Panagos — each with its own regional flavor
- August 15 (Dormition of the Theotokos) is both a national holiday and the name day for Panagiotis in Greece, celebrated with equal fervor in both religious and secular contexts
- Panagiotis Paraskevopoulos won silver in the discus throw at the very first modern Olympic Games in Athens in 1896, with the name appearing in Olympic records from the very beginning
Panagiotis in Other Languages
Greek
Παναγιώτης
Serbian
Panajot
Albanian
Panajot
Romanian
Panait
Bulgarian
Panayot
Popularity Over Time
#6,479
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1975
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Panagiotis
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Panagiotis Sarris
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1977
Greek sprinter and bronze medalist at the 2001 Mediterranean Games, 2004 Olympian
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Panagiotis Gionis
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1971
Greek table tennis player who represented Greece in four Olympic Games
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Panagiotis Paraskevopoulos
Athlete
1869
Greek athlete who won silver in the discus throw at the inaugural 1896 Athens Olympics
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 5
- Popularity Rank
- #6,479
- Total SSA Count
- 14
- Cultural Origins
- Greek Greek Orthodox Mediterranean Cypriot
- Pronunciation
- Hard
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
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Giotis
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Frequently Asked Questions About Panagiotis
What does the name Panagiotis mean?
"all-holy, entirely sacred" (from Greek). "devoted to the Virgin Mary (Panagia)" (from Greek Orthodox). "all + holy (pan + agios)" (from Ancient Greek). Panagiotis derives from the Greek adjective panagios, meaning all-holy, formed from pan (all) and agios (holy, sacred). The name honors the Virgin Mary, known in Greek Orthodox tradition as the Panagia — the All-Holy One, the ultimate embodiment of holiness. As a name, Panagiotis declares its bearer devoted to this sacred ideal, connecting him to centuries of Orthodox Marian veneration and the ancient Greek philosophical tradition of the all-encompassing good.
What is the origin of the name Panagiotis?
Panagiotis has Greek, Greek Orthodox, Ancient Greek, Mediterranean, and Cypriot origins. In Greek, it means "all-holy, entirely sacred". In Greek Orthodox, it means "devoted to the Virgin Mary (Panagia)". In Ancient Greek, it means "all + holy (pan + agios)".
Is Panagiotis a boy or girl name?
Panagiotis is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Panagiotis?
Panagiotis is currently ranked #6479 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Panagiotis?
Common nicknames for Panagiotis include Panos, Takis, Notis, Akis, and Giotis.
What are good middle names for Panagiotis?
Popular middle name pairings include Panagiotis Konstantinos, Panagiotis Georgios, Panagiotis Alexandros, Panagiotis Nikolaos, Panagiotis Stavros, Panagiotis Dimitrios, and Panagiotis Andreas.
What are good sibling names for Panagiotis?
Names that pair well with Panagiotis as siblings include Eleni, Maria, Athena, Stavros, Nikos, Kostas, and Despina.
How many syllables does Panagiotis have?
Panagiotis has 5 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Panagiotis a common or rare name?
Panagiotis is an uncommon name, ranked #6479 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Panagiotis
Panagiotis is a boy name with Greek, Greek Orthodox, Mediterranean, and Cypriot origins . The name means "all-holy, entirely sacred" in Greek .
Panagiotis is currently ranked #6,479 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Panagiotis has 5 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Panagiotis include Panos, Takis, Notis, Akis, and Giotis. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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