Apostolos

Apostolos is a male Greek name, originating from the ancient years. Apostolos is a Greek word which means apostle, or messenger, deriving from the verb “apostello” which means “to send”. In the ancient years, the word Apostolos was not used as a name, but as an attribute.

Sound of name Apostolos: A-pó- sto-los

Female Version of name Apostolos: Apostolia

Nameday of Apostolos: June 30th

Origin of name Apostolos – The Apostles in Christian Religion

As mentioned, name Apostolos derives from the Greek language and its use in the ancient years. However, in the post Christian era, the word apostolos was used as a name, since the followers of Christ were called the Apostles (Apostoloi in Greek).

The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the nameday of Apostolos on June 30, the day of the Assembly of the Apostles, when Christ chose the original 12 Apostles, Judas excluded.

Nicknames deriving from name Apostolos

Apostolos has a few nicknames and diminutives, such as Apostolis, Tolis, Akis, Takis, Lakis.

The Names’ Fairy reveals the meaning of name Apostolos

Apostolos is a social person who enjoys life and pleasure. He is a very outgoing person and he likes women and good food. He is a relatively calm person in his manners.