KAVADIAS
Kavadias
Kavadias is a British surname with roots tracing back to Greece. The surname is of Greek origin and is derived from the Greek word "kavadi" which means cub or bear.
Origins
The Kavadias surname is believed to have been introduced to the United Kingdom by Greek immigrants. It is commonly found among Greek diaspora communities settled in Britain. The surname is relatively rare in the UK compared to more common British surnames, but it holds significant cultural and historical value within the Greek-British community.
Notable Individuals
While not widely known outside of Greek-British circles, there may be individuals with the surname Kavadias who have made notable contributions in various fields such as academia, arts, business, and more.
Variations
The surname Kavadias may have variations in spelling or pronunciation, depending on regional dialects or Anglicisation over time. Some possible variations include Kavadia, Cavadias, or Kavadis.
References
- Hanks, P., Coats of Arms, and Hanks, P. (2003). The Oxford dictionary of family names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
- Greek Surnames and Their Meanings. Available at: www.greek-names.info/greek-surnames/kavadias/
Sorry, we don't have any statistics on this name. That's probably because it's very uncommon in Britain.
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
- Constantin
Female
- Helen