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Stavroula (Σταυρούλα) is the feminine form of the Greek name Stavros (Σταύρος) and carries the meaning "the cross," referring to the cross on which Jesus was crucified.
What does the name Stavroula mean?
The name Stavroula (Σταυρούλα) is the feminine variant of the Greek name Stavros (Σταύρος) and translates to "the cross," in connection with the cross on which Jesus suffered.
Where does the name Stavroula come from?
The origin of the name Stavroula is Ancient Greek and means "the cross." The Ancient Greek term staurós (σταυρός) as well as the modern Greek term stavrós (σταυρός) both mean "the cross." The language is Greek.
How do you pronounce Stavroula?
Stav-rou-la
Popularity
In Germany, Stavroula is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2005 at rank 882. In the last ten years, Stavroula has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it 4,120th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,130th.
Nicknames & pet names
Roula / Stafi / Stav / Stavi / Stevi / Voula
Similar first names
Famous people
- Stavroula Kozompoli (water polo player from Greece)
- Stavroula Zygouri (wrestler from Greece)
Frequently asked questions about the name Stavroula
What is the meaning of the name Stavroula?
The name Stavroula means 'the cross' and is the feminine form of the Greek name Stavros, which refers to the cross on which Jesus suffered.
Where does the name Stavroula come from?
Stavroula has its roots in Ancient Greek, where the term 'staurós' or 'stavrós' both mean 'the cross.' The language of the name is Greek.
How popular is the name Stavroula?
Stavroula is quite common in Greece, while it is rather rare internationally. Its popularity varies by region and culture.