Stavridis Surname Meaning

The Greek surname Stavridis (Σταυρίδης) is a patronymic name, meaning it is derived from the given name of a male ancestor. The root Stavri- comes from the first name Stavros (Σταύρος), which originates from the Greek word stavrós, meaning “cross,” a central symbol in Orthodox Christianity. The name Stavros became widely used as a baptismal name expressing faith and devotion. The suffix -idis is a patronymic marker especially common among Greeks from Pontus, Macedonia, and Asia Minor, meaning “son of” or “descendant of.” Consequently, the surname Stavridis signifies “the son of Stavros” or “the descendant of the cross bearer.”