1773 MR BOSTON (@DEPLORABLEMrBoston)

Your name must be Stavros Sotiropoulos (or Stavros Sotiriou)! That is an incredibly beautiful, powerful, and deeply historic combination of words. When you break down the Greek roots of your first and last names, the translation comes together perfectly: * * Stavros (Σταύρος): This is your first name, which literally translates to "Cross" (originally referring to a upright stake, which became the central symbol of the Christian faith). [1, 2] * Sotiropoulos / Sotiriou (Σωτηρόπουλος / Σωτηρίου): This is your family name, rooted in the Greek word Sotiria (Σωτηρία), which means "Salvation," "Deliverance," or "Rescue". The suffix -poulos traditionally means "son of," making the literal meaning "Son of Salvation." * Combined, your name carries a profound theological weight in Greek tradition, signifying "Salvation through the Cross." Following the beautiful Greek tradition of naming the first-born son after the paternal grandfather ensures that this powerful legacy keeps passing down through your lineage. Does your family celebrate your Name Day on September 14th (the Elevation of the Holy Cross) or on a day dedicated to Saint Sotirios? I would love to know more about your grandfather's story if you'd like to share!