Sakis
Fact sheet
- Name
- Sakis
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
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The first name Sakis is a derived short and pet form of various Greek names that end in "-sakis" (-σάκης). Examples include Anastasakis, Athanasakis, and Dionysakis.
What does the name Sakis mean?
Sakis is a short form derived from Greek names that contain the element "-sakis." Anastasakis and Athanasakis are variants of the name Anastasios, which means "the resurrected." This meaning comes from the Ancient Greek word anástasis (ᾰ̓νᾰ́στᾰσῐς), which stands for "upward," "resurrection," "rebirth," and "revival." Dionysakis is a form of Dionysios and means "the one dedicated to Dionysus," derived from the Ancient Greek Dios (Διός).
Where does the name Sakis come from?
The name Sakis has its roots in Ancient Greek and means "the resurrected." The
How do you pronounce Sakis?
Sakis is pronounced like 'Sakis,' with the 'a' sounding short and open.
Popularity
In Germany, Sakis is a rather rare first name. It has not appeared in the rankings of German first names so far. Sakis achieved its best placement in Denmark in 1991, ranking 465th. Between 1985 and 2024, the name was given less than 10 times in Denmark, placing it at 4,546. In the last ten years, no child has received this name. Global popularity and frequency of Sakis can be tracked in the name charts of various countries.
Famous people
- Sakis Arseniou (French singer)
- Sakis Kouvas (football player from Greece)
- Sakis Rouvas (singer from Greece)
- Sakis Tolis (Greek musician)
- Sakis Tsiolis (Greek footballer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Sakis
What does the name Sakis mean?
Sakis is a short form of Greek names derived from elements like '-sakis.' It is often associated with 'the resurrected,' derived from the Ancient Greek word anástasis, which encompasses concepts like resurrection and rebirth.
Where does the name Sakis come from?
The name Sakis has its roots in Ancient Greek and is closely tied to the Greek language and culture.
How popular is the name Sakis?
The popularity of the name Sakis varies, but it is more common in Greece and Greek communities worldwide, while it is less familiar in other countries.