Perdikaris

Perdikaris is a Greek surname. In Greek, it is written as Περδικάρης and is part of a broad family of names formed with the -aris suffix, a common element in Hellenic onomastics that often signals origin, association, or lineage.

Etymology and meaning: The surname is generally linked to the Greek word perdíka, meaning partridge. The combination with the -aris suffix suggests a historical association with partridges, possibly reflecting an ancestral occupation, a place connected with the bird, or a cultural identifier adopted by a family over time.

Geographic and linguistic distribution: Perdikaris is primarily found in Greece, with concentrations among families rooted in rural or semi-rural communities. Like many Greek surnames, it has spread to Greek diaspora communities in Europe, North America, and Australia through periods of migration in the 20th century and beyond. In English-language contexts, the name is typically transliterated as Perdikaris, with variations arising from transliteration standards.

Variants and related forms: The name can appear in slightly altered spellings in different records, reflecting regional pronunciation and transliteration choices. Related surnames with similar roots may exist in Greek onomastics, though they are distinct families rather than direct variants of Perdikaris.

Notable bearers: The surname is borne by individuals across Greece and Greek communities abroad, including those in academia, the arts, and sports. No single universally prominent figure is identified by the surname alone in general reference sources.

See also: Perdikis, and other Greek surnames built from animal or locality roots.