๐ About Apostolos
Apostolos (ฮฯฯฯฯฮฟฮปฮฟฯ) is a distinctly Greek name derived from the ancient Greek apostolos, meaning "one who is sent forth" or "messenger." Rooted in the New Testament Greek used for the twelve disciples of Christ, it became a cherished name in Greek Orthodox tradition, often given to honour the Feast of the Holy Apostles on June 29th. It remains a deeply traditional name in Greece and among the Greek diaspora, with the affectionate nickname "Tolis" used in daily life.
๐ Details
- OriginGreek
- Genderโ Male
- MeaningApostle, messenger
โญ Famous People
- Apostolos Santas โ Greek resistance hero who, along with Manolis Glezos, tore down the Nazi swastika flag from the Acropolis in Athens in 1941 โ one of the most iconic acts of defiance of World War II.
- Apostolos Nikolaidis โ Greek football manager and former player with a long career in the Greek Super League.
- Apostolos Tzitzikostas โ Greek politician and Governor of Central Macedonia, a prominent figure in the New Democracy party.
- Apostolos Kalderinis โ Greek football player who represented Olympiacos and the Greek national team in the 1960s and 1970s.