GRIGORAS
Grigoras
The surname Grigoras is of Romanian and Greek origin, derived from the Greek given name Gregorios, meaning "watchful" or "alert". The name was traditionally borne by individuals of Christian Orthodox faith and is commonly encountered in Romania, Greece, and other parts of southeastern Europe.
Although not as prevalent in the United Kingdom as in Continental Europe, individuals with the surname Grigoras can be found in British records, particularly among those with Eastern European heritage who have migrated to the UK in recent years. The name may have undergone various Anglicisations and adaptations to suit English-speaking environments.
The bearer of the surname Grigoras can take pride in its rich cultural heritage and ties to Eastern European traditions, while also asserting their identity in a multicultural society.
There are approximately 36 people named Grigoras in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Grigoras.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Catalin
- Ciprian
- Constantin
- Daniel
- Gabriel
- Mihail
- Nicolae
- Petru
- Savvas
- Sb
- Sebastian
- Vasile
Female
- Andreea
- Claudia
- Cristina
- Elena
- Ioana
- Irina
- Manuela
- Marian
- Mariana
- Mihaela