Spyros
Meaning of Spyros
Spyros is a strong and distinctive male name of Greek origin. It is pronounced as SPEER-os (/ˈspi.ɹos/) in Greek. The name has a rich history and is often associated with qualities such as strength, resilience, and leadership. While Spyros may not be widely popular in the United States, it has seen some usage, particularly in New York, where it appeared in birth records dating back to the 1970s. The variation "Spiros" is also used for this name. With its unique sound and cultural significance, Spyros makes an intriguing choice for parents seeking a name that stands out while honoring Greek heritage.
Pronunciation
Greek
- Pronunced as SPEER-os (/ˈspi.ɹos/)
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Notable People Named Spyros
| Lieutenant General Spyros Moustaklis was a Greek Army officer who became a symbol of anti-junta resistance after opposing the dictatorship and suffering permanent damage from torture. |
| Spyros Panagiotis Skouras was a Greek-American motion picture pioneer and film executive who served as the president of 20th Century-Fox from 1942 to 1962 and later as chairman of the company. |
| Spyros Achilleos Kyprianou was a prominent Cypriot barrister and politician, serving as President of Cyprus from 1977 to 1988 and as President of the Cypriot House of Representatives. |
| Spyros Makridakis is a renowned professor and expert in forecasting, known for organizing the Makridakis Competitions. |
| Spyros Lykoudis is a Greek politician known for his five-decade-long involvement in the Renewing Left movement and his tenure as a Member of the Hellenic National Parliament. |
| Spyros Vassiliou was a renowned Greek painter, printmaker, and stage designer, known for his award-winning work and international exhibitions. |
| Spyros Capralos is a Greek former water polo player, sports executive, and president of the Hellenic Olympic Committee, the European Olympic Committees, and a member of the International Olympic Committee. |
| Spyros Simos Magliveras is a Greek-born American mathematician and computer scientist. |
| Spyros Stavros Niarchos is a Greek shipping magnate, the second son of Stavros Niarchos and Eugenia Livanos, and the grandson of Stavros G. Livanos. |
| Spyros Papathanasiou - Spyridon "Spyros" Papathanasiou is a Greek footballer known for his role as a goalkeeper for Iraklis in the Greek Football League and his international play with Greece U17. |
| Spyros Panteliadis - Spyridon "Spyros" Panteliadis, a Greek professional basketball player, is known for his skills as a point guard and stands at 1.91 meters tall. |
| Spyros Vlachos is a Greek professional footballer known for playing as a centre-back for Super League 2 club Athens Kallithea. |
| Spyros Marangos is a former Greek football player who played for several clubs and represented Greece at the 1994 FIFA World Cup. |
| Spyros Defteraios was a Greek wrestler who competed in the 1948 and 1956 Summer Olympics. |
| Spyros Papaloukas, a celebrated 20th-century Greek painter, is known for his significant contributions to the art world. |
