Greek Alphabet in Order: A to Z

The Greek alphabet consists of 24 letters arranged in a specific order from Alpha (Α) to Omega (Ω). This alphabetical order has remained consistent for over 2,500 years and forms the foundation of the Greek writing system.

In order from A to Z, the 24 Greek letters are: Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, Epsilon, Zeta, Eta, Theta, Iota, Kappa, Lambda, Mu, Nu, Xi, Omicron, Pi, Rho, Sigma, Tau, Upsilon, Phi, Chi, Psi, and Omega (α, β, γ, δ, ε, ζ, η, θ, ι, κ, λ, μ, ν, ξ, ο, π, ρ, σ, τ, υ, φ, χ, ψ, ω).

Complete List of Greek Letters in Order

Here are all 24 letters of the Greek alphabet in their traditional sequence:

What Is the Nth Letter of the Greek Alphabet?

Quick position lookup — a one-line answer for every position in the alphabet:

Memorizing the Greek Alphabet Order

Learning the Greek alphabet in order becomes easier with these memory techniques:

• Group by fives: Alpha-Beta-Gamma-Delta-Epsilon | Zeta-Eta-Theta-Iota-Kappa | Lambda-Mu-Nu-Xi-Omicron | Pi-Rho-Sigma-Tau-Upsilon | Phi-Chi-Psi-Omega
• Sound patterns: Notice how many Greek letters sound similar to their English counterparts (Alpha→A, Beta→B, Delta→D)
• Visual associations: Delta (Δ) looks like a triangle, Omega (Ω) resembles a horseshoe
• Common phrases: "Alpha and Omega" (first and last), "Alpha Beta" (alphabet)

Vowels and Consonants

The 24 Greek letters divide into:

• 7 vowels: Alpha (Α), Epsilon (Ε), Eta (Η), Iota (Ι), Omicron (Ο), Upsilon (Υ), Omega (Ω)
• 17 consonants: All remaining letters

The Significance of Alphabetical Order

The Greek alphabetical order is important for:

• Dictionary organization: Greek dictionaries arrange words alphabetically
• Numerical values: Each letter's position determines its numeric value in the Greek numeral system
• Academic citations: Greek letters mark sequences and lists in mathematical and scientific contexts
• Computer encoding: Unicode arranges Greek letters in their traditional alphabetical order

Frequently Asked Questions

How many letters are in the Greek alphabet?

The Greek alphabet has 24 letters: 7 vowels and 17 consonants. It begins with Alpha (Α) and ends with Omega (Ω).

What is the last letter of the Greek alphabet?

Omega (Ω ω) is the 24th and last letter of the Greek alphabet. Its name literally means "great O," and it is why "the alpha and the omega" means the beginning and the end.

What is the third letter of the Greek alphabet?

Gamma (Γ γ) is the third letter, following Alpha and Beta. It makes a hard "g" sound as in "go."

What letter comes after Alpha?

Beta (Β β) is the second letter, immediately after Alpha. Together they give us the word "alphabet."

What letter comes before Omega?

Psi (Ψ ψ) is the 23rd letter, directly before Omega.

What is the Greek letter for "S"?

Sigma (Σ σ ς) is the Greek equivalent of the letter S. It has two lowercase forms: σ in the middle of words and ς at the end of words.

Related Resources

Continue learning about the Greek alphabet:

• Greek Alphabet Chart — Visual reference guide
• Greek Alphabet for Beginners — Step-by-step learning guide
• Pronunciation Guide — How to pronounce each letter
• Copy and Paste Greek Letters — Quick access to all characters
• All 24 Greek Letters — Detailed guide for every letter
• Printable Worksheets — Practice writing the alphabet in order