The baby name Meletios is a boy name, 4 syllables long and is pronounced "meh-LEH-tee-ohs".
Meletios is a Greek name that means "careful" or "thoughtful". It is derived from the Greek word "meletao" which means "to care for" or "to be concerned about". The name has a long history in Greek culture and is associated with several saints and bishops in the Eastern Orthodox Church. It is a relatively uncommon name, but it has been used consistently throughout history.
The gender of the name Meletios is male. It is pronounced meh-LEH-tee-ohs in English, with the emphasis on the second syllable. In Greek, it is pronounced meh-LEH-tee-os. The name is composed of two elements: "mele" which means "care" or "concern" and "tios" which is a suffix that means "one who does" or "one who is". The name can be spelled in several ways, including Meletius, Meleti, and Meletiades.
The origin of the name Meletios can be traced back to ancient Greece. It was a popular name among early Christians and was borne by several saints and bishops in the Eastern Orthodox Church. One of the most famous Meletios was Meletios I, who was the Patriarch of Constantinople in the early 4th century. He was known for his opposition to the Arian heresy and for his efforts to promote unity among Christians. The name Meletios has continued to be used in Greece and other parts of the world, particularly among Orthodox Christians.
Meletios has the following similar or variant Names
- Melitios |
- Meletius |
- Meletiusz |
- Melety |
- Meletyj |
- Meletyjusz