Theologos

Theologos is a Greek term that functions both as a toponym and as a surname. Etymologically, it derives from the Greek words theos, meaning "god," and logos, meaning "word," "speech," or "reason," with the verb form theológos commonly translated as "theologian"—a person who studies or speaks about God. In place-name use, Theologos historically indicates a settlement associated with religious institutions such as churches, monasteries, or theological schools, though as a modern toponym it has become a generic name applied to several villages and localities across Greece.

In geographic usage, Theologos is the name of multiple settlements in Greece, found in different regional units on the mainland and on the islands. Each locality has its own local history, culture, and architectural heritage, often including churches or other religious landmarks that reflect the name’s religious origins. The distribution of the name reflects historical patterns of ecclesiastical influence and population movement within Greek lands.

As a surname, Theologos is used by individuals in Greece and among Greek diaspora communities. It typically originates from an ancestor who was a theologian or held a religious function, following a common pattern in which occupational or role-based terms become family names over time.

Overall, Theologos illustrates how a single Greek term can function across language, geography, and culture as a place name and a personal surname.