The baby name Evagoras is a Boy name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced ev-ah-GOR-ahs.
Evagoras is Greek in Origin.
The baby name Evagoras is a boy name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced ev-ah-GOR-ahs.
Evagoras is Greek in Origin.
Evagoras is the Latinized spelling of Ancient Greek Εὐαγόρας, more directly transliterated Euagoras. The name belongs to Greek, with its earliest secure form in classical sources and Cypriot inscriptions as Εὐαγόρας. It combines the adverbial prefix εὖ, well or good, with the verbal-nominal element ἀγορ- from ἀγορά, assembly or marketplace, and ἀγορεύειν, to speak publicly. Its literal sense is therefore well-speaking or good in assembly speech.
The name is especially associated with Evagoras I, king of Salamis in Cyprus in the late fifth and early fourth centuries BCE, praised by Isocrates and involved in resistance to Persian authority. This Cypriot setting remains its main cultural home, including Greek Orthodox naming practice, though it is rare beside more common Greek names. Spellings vary between Evagoras and the stricter transliteration Euagoras; Latin historical writing also preserves Euagorus.
| Evagoras Evagoras was the king of Salamis in Cyprus, most famous for his efforts to unite the Greek city-states against Persia. He ruled from approximately 411 BC until his death and was known for fostering Greek culture and alliances with Athens. His leadership and diplomatic skills left a lasting impact on the region's history. | Evagoras II Evagoras II is best known as a king of Salamis in ancient Cyprus and later a satrap for the Achaemenid Persian Empire in Phoenicia. Also called Euagoras II, he was possibly the son of Nicocles and the grandson of Evagoras I. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CY | 0 | #55 | 6 | 1,632 | |
| CY | Boys | 0 | #96 | 34 | 3,473 |
| GR | 0 | #135 | 1 | 3,911 |
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