9 Cyprus Baby Names From The Mediterranean

Cyprus, an enchanting Mediterranean island nestled at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, is a land steeped in history, culture, and tradition. This island country isn’t just known for its people's hospitality, generosity, and friendliness but also boasts of some of the most amazing and unique Cyprus baby names. In Cyprus, children are generally named after their regional patron saint if they are christened in an Orthodox church. In Cyprus, the eldest child is usually named after his paternal grandfather, and the eldest daughter is named after the paternal grandmother. The second son can be named after the maternal grandfather, and the second daughter after the maternal grandmother. So don’t be surprised if you find cousins with the same name in a Cypriot family. Cypriots, mainly the Greek Cypriots, often use common Greek surnames, but some are markedly Cypriot. The surname can indicate the family profession, occupation, birthplace, or origin. The surname can also include digraphs, which mark the aspirated stops, such as Ττοφή /tʰoˈfi/. Keeping with the older traditions of Greece and its people, Cypriots also use patronyms, that is, the father's name, first name, and surname. A significant population of the Turkish Cypriot community in Cyprus and northern Cyprus adhere to customary Turkish traditions, using their father's given name as their family name. In this cultural practice, spouses and children commonly adopt the personal name of the husband or father as their own surname (1). Exploring Cyprus’s baby names is akin to embarking on a linguistic and cultural odyssey, where every name tells a story and reflects the island's rich heritage. So, if you’re looking for some unique Cypriot baby names, take a look at our list of well-curated names below. We have some of the most beautiful Cypriot baby boy and girl names.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Giorgos		Boy	Farmer
Hamidi		Boy	To be commended; Praise
Kyrenia		Girl	Mermaid
Lefteris		Boy	A free man; A nickname of Elefherios
Bahadir		Boy	One who is brave and valiant
Eyyup		Boy	Turkish form of Job; He who weeps or cries
Godsguide		Boy	God will guide
Mariliza		Girl	Star of the sea
Sevket		Boy	Power and dignity

Infographic: Mesmerizing Cyprus Baby Names With Meanings

Cyprus contains a confluence of languages due to its location at the eastern end of the Mediterranean. Most names come from Greek, but some have Turkish and Armenian influences. Many parents consider Cypriot names for the linguistic diversity it offers. Check out the infographic containing the choicest baby names from Cyprus.

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