Meaning & History
Takis is a Greek masculine given name, typically a short form of Panagiotakis and other Greek names ending with the suffix -akis.
Etymology
The name Takis derives from Panagiotakis, which is a Diminutive of Panagiotis. Panagiotis in turn comes from the Greek title of the Virgin Mary, Panagia (meaning "all holy"), composed of the elements pan ("all") and hagios ("sacred"). The suffix -akis is a common diminutive ending in Greek, used to form familiar or affectionate forms of names.
Usage
Takis is predominantly used in Greece and among the Greek diaspora. It gained popularity in the 20th century as a standalone given name, often preferred for its brevity and modern feel over its longer parent form Panagiotakis. The name is exclusively masculine.
Notable Bearers
Famous individuals named Takis include Greek artist Takis (Panayiotis Vassilakis, 1925–2019), known for his kinetic sculptures, and Takis, a Greek cartoonist and children's book author (born 1942).
- Meaning: Short form of Panagiotakis, ultimately derived from Panagia ("all holy"), a title of the Virgin Mary.
- Origin: Greek
- Type: Diminutive of Panagiotakis
- Usage Regions: Greece, Greek diaspora