Kostas
Meaning of Kostas
Kostas is a male name of Greek origin. It is pronounced as KO-stahs (/koˈstas/) in Greek. The name has a variation, Costas. In terms of popularity, Kostas has been recorded as a given name for baby boys in the United States since at least the 1960s. Over the years, its popularity has fluctuated, with varying rankings and occurrences. In recent years, it has been given to a small number of newborn boys in the United States. Despite its relatively low occurrence, Kostas remains a unique and distinctive choice for parents looking for a Greek-inspired name with historical significance.
Pronunciation
Greek
- Pronunced as KO-stahs (/koˈstas/)
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Similar Names to Kostas
Notable People Named Kostas
| Kostas Manolas - Konstantinos "Kostas" Manolas is a Greek professional footballer currently playing as a centre-back for UAE Pro League club Sharjah. |
| Kostas Mitroglou - Konstantinos "Kostas" Mitroglou is a Greek professional footballer known for his goalscoring abilities and is nicknamed "Mitrogoal" and "Pistolero" by fans. |
| Kostas Antetokounmpo - Konstantinos Ndubuisi "Kostas" Antetokounmpo is a Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player for Panathinaikos in the Greek Basket League and EuroLeague. |
| Kostas Karamanlis is a Greek politician who served as the Minister of Infrastructure and Transport from 2019 to 2023. |
