Panayotis is a Greek form of Panagiotis, meaning 'all-holy,' especially in reference to the Virgin Mary.
Panayotis is a Greek form of Panagiotis, meaning all-holy, especially in reference to the Virgin Mary. That makes the name deeply devotional and strongly tied to Orthodox Christian tradition.
It belongs to a long line of names where holiness is not symbolic decoration but central identity. As a name, Panayotis feels grand and unmistakably Greek. It has a ceremonial quality, with a rhythmic fullness that makes it memorable and authoritative.
Names like this often carry both family tradition and religious reverence, and Panayotis does that well. It sounds classic, respectful, and culturally specific in a way that gives it lasting weight.