Spyridon Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationspee-ree-don / spiˈriːdɒnGreek
Meaning
of the spirit; the one who is spirited
Historical & Cultural Background
Spyridon is derived from the Greek word 'spiritus', meaning spirit. It is a name associated with Saint Spyridon, a 4th-century bishop known for his miracles and role in the First Ecumenical Council. The name is particularly popular in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. It reflects a strong cultural and religious significance in Orthodox Christianity.
Trend Summary
The name Spyridon has seen consistent use within Greek communities, though it is less common in broader contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Spyridonas
- Spyridion
International Variants
- Spiridon (Romanian)
- Spyridon (Greek)
Famous people named Spyridon
Spyridon Louis was a Greek runner who won the first modern Olympic marathon in 1896.
Spyridon of Trimythous was a bishop and a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church, known for his miracles.
Spyridon Tsakalotos is a Greek politician who served as Minister of Finance.
Spyridon Koutoupis was a notable Greek painter known for his landscape works.
Fictional characters named Spyridon
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Spyridon was first seen in the United States in 1981. Spyridon has ranked as high as #1225 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Spyridon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Spyridon
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |