notis

Notis is a masculine given name used primarily in Greece and among Greek communities abroad. In contemporary usage, Notis can appear as an independent given name and also function as a familiar or informal form in daily speech. The name is strongly associated with Greek-speaking contexts and may be encountered in biographies, media, and fiction as the personal name of individuals.

In Greece, Notis is best known as a standalone given name rather than a standardized nickname for a specific longer form. Because Greek naming practices vary, Notis can appear across different regions and communities, sometimes alongside more formal versions of names in official contexts.

Notable people named Notis include Notis Mitarakis, a Greek politician associated with the New Democracy party who has held government roles, including the position of Minister for Migration Policy. His prominence has contributed to the name’s visibility in modern Greece. Beyond public figures, Notis appears in Greek-language media and literature as a credible, traditional given name.

As with many given names, the popularity and use of Notis can fluctuate with cultural trends and demographic changes. In the Greek diaspora, the name persists as a recognizable element of Greek linguistic and cultural heritage.