Leventis
Leventis is a Greek word for describing a brave man, derived from the Greek name for the Levant. Because nt is pronounced /nd/ in Greek, the name is sometimes spelled Levendis. The etymology of Leventis is given in the Oxford Dictionary of American Family Names:
Alternatively, it may originate from the Turkish word Levend.
Contemporary Meaning
In contemporary Greek, "levendis" means a handsome and gallant male.People
Here is a partial list of people named Leventis or Levendis:- Anastasios George Leventis, Greek-Cypriot businessman and dominant figure in the economy of many West African countries and especially Nigeria. Held the title of Babalaje of Egbaland
- Andrew G. Leventis, American painter and professor
- Constantine Leventis, Greek Cypriot businessman and philanthropist
- George Levendis, TV and music industry executive
- Phil P. Leventis, American politician
- Vassilis Leventis, Greek politician