👉 Mary Katrantzou is a Greek surname meaning "gifted" or "merit," often used in Greece for women with a high degree of education, as part of the family's religious tradition. The word comes from the Greek verb, μυρία (myriac), which means to be bestowed or gifted. It might also imply a connection to the mythological character known as Mary Magdalene, who is associated with the Christian faith and her role in the resurrection.