Apollo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Apollo is of Greek origin and is linked to the meaning of destroyer and god of light, music, and prophecy. The name has evolved through various historical forms and carries traits of creativity and enlightenment. It has no biblical relevance but gained popularity during the Renaissance due to the revival of classical themes.
The name Apollo is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Apollo has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Apollo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3029th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2839th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1921st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 523rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24576th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Apollo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Apollo"
Pronunciation
/əˈpɒloʊ/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Apollo's name is believed to be derived from the Greek word 'apollon,' which may be linked to the verb 'apollymi,' meaning 'to destroy.' It is associated with various aspects of light, music, and prophecy.
Meaning
destroyer, god of light, music, and prophecy
Language Evolution
Apollon (Ancient Greek), Apollo (Latin), Apollo (English)
Historical Usage
Apollo has been a popular name since ancient times, particularly in Greek and Roman mythology. It gained prominence during the Renaissance when there was a revival of interest in classical mythology and literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Apollonia, Polly, Polo
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Apollo is often associated with arts, music, and enlightenment. The name carries a sense of creativity and brilliance, reflecting its mythological roots.
Famous People
Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, Apollo Brown (music producer), Apollo Ohno (speed skater)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Apollo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Apollo"
"Apollo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3029th of 10718 | 179 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2839th of 16616 | 336 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1921st of 24088 | 1,047 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 523rd of 23106 | 6,720 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Apollo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
46.79% 1892nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
36.63% 2314th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.40% 1851st/4582 |
45.12% 2330th/5164 |
33.42% 2444th/7313 |
17.34% 1294th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
12.32% 491st/3984 |
13.57% 609th/4487 |
8.82% 602nd/6822 |
6.80% 427th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Apollo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Apollo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Apollo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.