Stylianos

“crown, garland” — Associated with Saint Stylianos

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1879US 2023

321Births / yr

→Stable

51All-time births

📅 Since 197500

How to pronounce Stylianos

STEYE·LYAH·NAHS

/ˈstaɪ.ˈljɑ.ˈnɑs/ · stress on STEYE · 3 syllables

“crown, garland”

Associated with Saint Stylianos · Greece origin

What does Stylianos mean and where does it come from?

Stylianos is derived from the Greek word 'στέφανος' (stephanos), which means 'crown' or 'garland'. It is commonly associated with Saint Stylianos, a 5th-century saint in Eastern Orthodox Christianity known for his care of children and animals. The name is popular in Greece and among Greek communitie

Cultural significance

Stylianos has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of crown, garland.

Peak popularity

Reached #4787 in 1975 — currently #1879 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Stylianos?

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

Stylianos Grace

How popular is Stylianos right now?

Holding steady — currently #1879 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1879 · Top 1.4%

1975

1980

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1879	321	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1884	301	▲ up 5 · +11% births
2021	#1889	271	▲ up 5726 · +4417% births
1990	#7615	6	▼ down 686 · +20% births
1980	#6929	5	▼ down 2142 · -29% births
1975	#4787	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Stylianos

Best Year2023Rank #1879

Peak Count321

Average Rank#4164

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20236 years

The story of Stylianos

Stylianos is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 51 total births recorded, Stylianos remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4787 in 1975 to #1879 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Stylianos in 1975:

Michael Jason Christopher James David

Stylianos by decade

Stylianos peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	7
1980s	5
1990s	11
2000s ★	22
2010s	6

💎Stylianos has only 51 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Stylianos?

Common

StyStylianStylianieStylianyAnos

What names sound and feel like Stylianos?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Stylianos also consider these

Stephanos

Greece · crowned, garlanded

Greece · Crowned or glorious

Nichalos

Greece · Victory of the

Triandos

Greece · Vagabond, wanderer

Kostandinos

Greece · Constant, steadfast

Kyriakos

Greece · of the Lord,

How is Stylianos written in other languages?

Στυλιανος

Greek

What are the girl versions of Stylianos?

Stella GREEK Styliani GREEK Steliana ROMANIAN

Common questions about the name Stylianos

What does the name Stylianos mean?

Stylianos means "crown, garland" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Stylianos?

Stylianos is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Stylianos?

Stylianos originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Stylianos?

Stylianos is a three-syllable name pronounced S T AY1 L Y AA1 N AA1 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Stylianos?

Stylianos pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.