CHARALAMBOUS
Charalambous
Charalambous is a British surname of Greek origin, commonly found in the UK among Greek Cypriot communities. The name is derived from the Greek given name Charalambos, which means "shining with joy" or "glowing with happiness".
Individuals with the surname Charalambous can trace their ancestry back to Cyprus, where the name has a long legacy. The migration of Cypriots to the UK in the mid-20th century has resulted in the spread of the surname in the British population.
Members of the Charalambous family have made notable contributions to various fields in the UK, including business, politics, academia, and the arts. The surname reflects a rich cultural heritage and a strong sense of community amongst British Greeks.
Today, Charalambous is a distinctive and respected surname, embodying a history of resilience, adaptability, and cultural heritage within the British multicultural landscape.
There are approximately 2,498 people named Charalambous in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,514th most common surname in Britain. Around 38 in a million people in Britain are named Charalambous.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andreas
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Antony
- Bambos
- Charalambos
- Christopher
- Fanos
- George
- Harry
- John
- Michael
- Nicholas
Female
- Androulla
- Anna
- Christina
- Elena
- Eleni
- Helen
- Katerina
- Maria
- Marina
- Sophia
Similar and related surnames
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