Vlasis is a Greek masculine given name, derived as a Greek form of Blaise.Etymology and OriginThe name ultimately traces back to the Roman name Blasius, which comes from Latin blaesus meaning "lisping". The name gained popularity through Saint Blaise, a 4th-century Armenian martyr and bishop, who is venerated as a saint in both Eastern and Western Christian traditions. The Greek version, Vlasis (also spelled Vlassis), adapts the name into the Greek phonetic system.Notable BearersSeveral notable Greek individuals bear the name Vlasis:Vlasis Gavriilidis (1848–1920), prominent Greek journalist and politician, founder of the newspaper Akropolis.Evangelos Vlasis (born 1944), Greek athlete (hammer throw) who competed in the 1972 Summer Olympics.Vlasis Kazakis (born 1983), Greek footballer (defender) who played for clubs such as Iraklis and Levadiakos.Vlasis Maras (born 1983), Greek gymnast, specialized in still rings, and multiple-time medalist at the World championships and European championships.Vlasis Vlaikidis (born 1965), former Greek basketball player and coach.Cultural and Linguistic NotesIn modern Greek usage, both Vlasis and its alternate spelling Vlassis are common, the latter consisting of the variant form without length distinction. The name remains popular as a first name, sometimes used as a shortened form of longer Greek names. It is a testament to the adaptation of an ancient Roman name across linguistic and cultural boundaries.Meaning: A Greek form of Blaise, derived from Latin blaesus meaning 'lisping'.Origin: Greek (from Late Latin Blasius).Type: First name (masculine).Usage Regions: Greece, Greek diaspora.