Athanasios Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-thah-NAH-sios / əθəˈnɑːsiəsGreek
Meaning
immortal
Historical & Cultural Background
Athanasios is derived from the Greek word 'athanatos', meaning 'immortal'. It has been a popular name in Greece since the early Christian era, often associated with Saint Athanasius, a prominent theologian and Church Father. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures and languages, reflecting its enduring significance. It is commonly used in Orthodox Christian communities.
Trend Summary
The name Athanasios has seen consistent use in Greece, with a stable presence in Orthodox communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Athanasios
- Thanasis
International Variants
- Athanase (French)
- Athanasius (Latin)
- Atanas (Bulgarian)
- Atanasios (Bulgarian)
Famous people named Athanasios
Athanasios Tsakalos: A Greek politician who served in various governmental roles in Greece.
Athanasios Koutoupis: A Greek composer recognized for his contributions to contemporary music.
Athanasios Kourkoulas: A notable Greek scholar in the field of philosophy.
Fictional characters named Athanasios
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Athanasios was first seen in the United States in 1959. Athanasios has ranked as high as #1034 nationally, which occurred in 1973, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, and California. In the past 5 years the name Athanasios has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Athanasios (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 39 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 36 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 33 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 23 |