pappis

Pappis is a surname of Greek origin. It is a patronymic derived from the given name Pappas, which in turn stems from a traditional nickname for a father or elder, reflecting a family lineage. The -is ending is a common feature of Greek masculine surnames, giving Pappis as a distinct surname apart from Pappas.

Geographically, the name is most prevalent in Greece and among Greek communities abroad, including countries with significant Greek diasporas such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. It can also be found in Cyprus. In terms of orthography, the name is written in Greek letters as Παππής, with the double pi reflecting the underlying source name.

Variants and transliteration: Pappis is closely related to Pappas, and in some cases individuals with these surnames may share ancestral roots. The English transliteration Pappis commonly appears in international contexts, while Greek spelling preserves the original Παππής.

Cultural and social context: Like many Greek patronymic surnames, Pappis functions primarily as a family name. It appears across a range of professions and public life in Greek communities worldwide.

Notable people: There are individuals bearing the surname Pappis across various fields, including journalism, academia, and the arts, reflecting the name’s widespread use rather than a single defining figure.

See also: Pappas.