Origin and Meaning of Panayiotis

All-Holy

Origin: Greek - Derived from the Greek word 'pan' meaning 'all' and 'hagios' meaning 'holy'. It is often associated with the Virgin Mary, known as 'Panagia' in Greek.

• Panayiotis is a popular name in Greece and among Greek communities around the world, often given in honor of the Virgin Mary.
• The name is commonly shortened to 'Panos' in casual settings, showcasing a cultural tendency to create nickname versions of names for familiarity.
• Notable bearers of the name include Panayiotis Kone, a Greek professional footballer, and Panayiotis Α. Koutoupis, a prominent Greek-American artist.
• The name Panayiotis has maintained steady popularity in Greece, often ranking among the top names for boys at various points in the last century.
• Variations of Panayiotis include Panagiotis, which is even more commonly used, especially in formal and ecclesiastical settings.