Geftos
A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1689US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Geftos mean and where does it come from?

Geftos is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Geftos carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1689 in 2015 — currently #1689 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Geftos?

Geftos works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Geftos Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Geftos Rose
Floral · soft ending
Geftos Mae
Sweet · timeless
Geftos Claire
French influence · crisp
Geftos Jane
Literary · strong
Geftos Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Geftos right now?

Holding steady — currently #1689 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1689 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#168910stable
2022#168910stable
2021#168910stable
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💎Geftos is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Geftos?

Common
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Famous people named Geftos

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Geftos (Greek poet or artist)
Geftos helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Geftos (Byzantine leader)
Geftos used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Geftos (Greek poet or artist)
Geftos helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Geftos (modern Greek athlete)
Geftos brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Common questions about the name Geftos

What does the name Geftos mean?
Geftos means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Geftos?
Geftos is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Geftos?
Geftos originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Geftos a common or rare name?
Geftos is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Geftos more of a girl or boy name?
Geftos is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.