Apostolopoulos Surname Meaning

The Greek surname Apostolopoulos (Αποστολόπουλος) is a patronymic name, meaning it is derived from the given name of a male ancestor. The root Apostolo- comes from the first name Apostolos (Απόστολος), which originates from the Ancient Greek word apóstolos, meaning “one who is sent” or “messenger.” This name became widespread in Greece through Christian tradition, referring to the Apostles of Christ and carrying strong religious significance. The suffix -opoulos is a patronymic marker that developed during the Byzantine period and became especially common in the Peloponnese and southern mainland Greece, meaning “son of” or “descendant of.” Consequently, the surname Apostolopoulos signifies “the son of Apostolos” or “the descendant of the messenger.”