Immortal
Derived from the Greek elements 'a' (not) and 'thanatos' (death), this name literally translates to 'immortal' or 'undying.' It has been a significant name in the Eastern Orthodox Church since the early Christian era, symbolizing eternal life.
Less common today
Athanasios isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,901 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
4th-century Bishop and theologian known as the 'Father of Orthodoxy'
Greek military commander and national hero of the Greek War of Independence
Greek professional footballer
Greek politician and Prime Minister of Greece in the 1820s