Efstathios is a modern Greek given name, derived from the ancient name Eustathios. It ultimately traces back to the Greek elements εὖ (eu) meaning "good" and ἵστημι (histemi) meaning "to stand, to set up," giving the meaning "well-built, stable." The name has a strong Christian heritage, borne by several early saints, including a 2nd-century martyr who is also known as Eustachius, from which the English name Eustace developed. Language and Cultural Context Efstathios is the standard modern Greek form of the ancient Εὐστάθιος (Eustathios), reflecting the phonetic changes from Koine to Modern Greek. It remains a common name in Greece today, where it is often shortened to the diminutive Stathis. Outside of Greece, the name appears in various forms across Europe, such as Eustace in English, Eustache in French, and Ostap in Ukrainian. Notable Bearers Many modern Greeks have carried the name in public life. Notable figures include Efstathios Chorafas (born 1871), a swimmer who competed in the first modern Olympics, and Efstathios Tavlaridis (born 1980) and Efstathios Aloneftis (born 1983), both footballers. In politics, Efstathios Alexandris (1921–2013) was a Greek lawyer and politician, while in Canada, Efstathios Barootes (1918–2000) served as a physician and politician. The name also appears in the arts through Efstathios Karousos (1730s–1818), a Greek painter and writer, and in sports via boxer Efstathios Alexopoulos (born 1946) and wrestler Efstathios Topalidis (born 1978). Related Names Variants and related names across languages include Eustathios (Ancient Greek), Eustathius (Latinized), Eustace (English), Eustache (French), Ostap (Ukrainian), and historical English forms such as Stace. Meaning: "well-built, stable" Origin: Greek (from εὖ “good” + ἵστημι “to stand”) Type: Given name (masculine) Usage: Modern Greek Common diminutive: Stathis