Giannis Antetokounmpo Sparks 662% Increase In Babies Named "Giannis"

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Giannis Antetokounmpo
The Greek Freak pulls a lot of weight.

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been one of the most exciting players in the NBA over the last couple of years thanks to his tantalizing play style and his ability to dominate offensively and defensively. The Greek Freak is one of the frontrunners to be named league MVP this season and was just a couple of games away from making it to the NBA Finals. Having said that, it's no surprise the Giannis has become a household name, so much so, that people are now naming their kids after him.

A new report from USA Today shows that over the last year, there has been a 135% increase in the number of children in the United States named Giannis. Since 2016, which is the year Antetokounmpo ended up becoming a top tier name in the NBA, the name Giannis has seen a whopping 662% increase.

The Greek Freak himself reacted to the report on Twitter saying "best news today." If there is one thing that is evident from this news, it's that American sports fans have taken a huge liking to Giannis and it's easy to see why. He is a dominant player out on the court and is also a great guy to boot.

If you could name your child after an NBA star, who would it be and why? Let us know.


About The Author
Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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