Eustratios

Eustratios is a Greek masculine name meaning "good army", derived from the elements eu ("good") and stratos ("army"). It is a compound name common in Greek Orthodox tradition.

Etymology and Variants

The name is directly from the Greek elements εὖ (eu) and στρατός (stratos). A common modern Greek variant is Efstratios, while a short form is Stratos.

Notable Bearers

Notable bearers include Saint Eustratios of Constantinople and Eustratios of Nicaea, a 12th-century theologian.

Cultural and Religious Context

In Eastern Orthodoxy, the name is associated with several saints, reinforcing its popularity in Greek communities. The name's noble meaning also made it desirable among Byzantine aristocracy.

• Meaning: "good army" — Greek
• Type: First name
• Origin: Greek
• Usage: Greek Orthodox