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Stavros
cross
Origin
Greek
Used in
el
Name day
Celebrated on September 14
Origin and meaning of Stavros
Stavros comes from the Greek stavrós (σταυρός), 'cross', the quintessential Christian symbol tied to the crucifixion of Jesus. The name is traditionally associated with the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross on September 14th and is widely used in Greece for its direct, powerful religious meaning. Its short, firm sound makes it one of the Greek male names most easily recognized abroad.
Variants around the world
How Stavros sounds in other languages.
Stauros
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