Polidoris

Polidoris is a surname of Greek origin, typically understood as a patronymic form derived from the given name Polidoros (also seen as Polydoros). The name Polydoros is commonly interpreted as meaning “many gifts,” from Greek elements meaning many and gift. The suffix -is is a common ending for Greek family names when rendered in English.

Geographic distribution and variants. The surname Polidoris is most often found among Greek-speaking populations, particularly in Greece and Cyprus, with a broader presence in Greek diaspora communities in North America, Australia, and parts of Western Europe. Variants and related forms occur through transliteration and language influence, including Polidoros and, in Romance-language contexts, Polidore or Polidori.

Usage and context. As with many Greek surnames, Polidoris may indicate patrilineal origin tied to an ancestor named Polidoros. The name appears in civil records, genealogical collections, and historical documents; exact frequencies and regional concentrations vary over time and by source.

See also. Related names include Polydore and Polydoros, the given names from which Polidoris is derived, as well as Polidori, an Italian surname with a similar root.