Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Agapios

      Origin

      Greek

      Meaning

      Love

      Variations

      Agapito, Makarios, Palacios
      The name Agapios traces its roots back to ancient Greece, where it holds a significant meaning. Derived from the Greek word agape, which translates to love in English, Agapios embodies the concept of love in its purest and most divine form. In Greek mythology, it was believed that Agape was the love that the gods shared amongst themselves and bestowed upon humanity. Thus, the name Agapios reflects the deep sense of love and affection that it represents.

      Throughout history, the name Agapios has appeared in various contexts, particularly within the Christian tradition. It has been adopted by numerous notable figures, such as Agapius of Hierapolis, an early Christian martyr who bravely confronted persecution for his faith. Agapios has also been used as a given name for several Eastern Orthodox saints and bishops, further illustrating its connection to religious devotion.

      In modern-day usage, the name Agapios continues to be cherished and embraced. While it may not be as common as some other names, it endures as a timeless reminder of love's transcendent power. With its rich cultural heritage and profound meaning, Agapios serves as a unique and meaningful choice for individuals seeking a name that embodies love and all its blessings.

      Based on our records...

      Agapiou

      Agapiou

      This is the most common surname associated with Agapios.
      Helen

      Helen

      This is the most common name of those married to a Agapios.
      Emanuel

      Emanuel

      This is the most common name for a child of a Agapios.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1885 is when there were the most people born with the first name Agapios.

      Explore the origins of another name.