Basket or spirit
Derived from the Greek word 'spyridion', meaning a small basket. It is also frequently associated with the Latin word 'spiritus', meaning spirit. The name is deeply rooted in Greek Orthodox tradition due to Saint Spyridon, the patron saint of Corfu.
Less common today
Spyridon isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,583 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
4th-century bishop and patron saint of Corfu
Greek marathon runner and first modern Olympic gold medalist
Prominent Greek archaeologist
Composer of the Olympic Anthem
First Prime Minister of Greece
