Stavros
Stavros is a Greek masculine given name derived from the Greek word stauros, meaning cross. In Christian tradition, the cross is a central symbol, and the name has been in use in Greece from historical times to the present. Today, Stavros remains a common given name in Greece and among Greek communities abroad; it is primarily used as a first name rather than a surname.
Geography: There are several places named Stavros in Greece, typically small settlements. These toponyms reflect a
Notable people: Notable individuals with the given name include Stavros Niarchos (1909–1996), a Greek shipping magnate
See also: Stavros (disambiguation) refers to other uses of the term, including places and organizations that