Messenger or one who is sent forth
Derived from the Greek word 'apostolos', meaning messenger or envoy. In a religious context, it specifically refers to the twelve disciples chosen by Jesus to spread his teachings. It remains a significant and traditional name in Greek culture and the Orthodox Church.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Apostolos in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Greek resistance figure who tore down the Nazi flag from the Acropolis
Greek professional soccer player
Greek writer and mathematician known for 'Logicomix'
Greek tennis coach and father of Stefanos Tsitsipas
