Georghiou

Georghiou is a British surname of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek word "Γεωργίου," which means "son of George." The name George itself comes from the Greek name Georgios, which means "farmer" or "earthworker."

The Georghiou surname is often associated with individuals of Cypriot or Greek heritage who have settled in the United Kingdom. It is a relatively uncommon surname, but those who bear it often take pride in their cultural roots and ancestry.

Notable individuals with the surname Georghiou include academics, professionals, artists, and other prominent figures within the British Cypriot community.

Overall, the Georghiou surname represents a connection to Greek heritage and a sense of identity within the diverse tapestry of British society.

There are approximately 275 people named Georghiou in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Georghiou.

Origin: Hellenic

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Greece

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Greek

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andreas
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Chris
  • Christakis
  • Christopher
  • Christos
  • Demetris
  • George
  • Gregory
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Tasos

Female

  • Androulla
  • Anna
  • Caroline
  • Christina
  • Emily
  • Evdokia
  • Georgina
  • Koulla
  • Marcia
  • Maria
  • Marie
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Panayiota
  • Stella

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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