Adonis
Adonis is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Lord or highly handsome youth.
Origin and history
Adonis originates from Greek mythology, ultimately derived from the Semitic root 'adon', meaning lord. In classical myth, Adonis was a youth famous for his extraordinary beauty and loved by Aphrodite. In the United States, the name has seen a significant rise in popularity in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
21,593 babies in the United States have been named Adonis since 1880. It ranks #801 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #217.
States where it is most popular
- NY (11.6 %)
- CA (10.6 %)
- TX (10.6 %)
- FL (8.7 %)
- GA (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 13 |
| 1930-1940 | 15 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 106 |
| 1960-1970 | 119 |
| 1970-1980 | 403 |
| 1980-1990 | 526 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,673 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,346 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,081 |
| 2020-2029 | 10,301 |
Famous people named Adonis
- Adonis Garcia: Athlete, Baseball Player
- Adonis Stevenson: Athlete, Boxer
Fun facts
- In ancient Greek mythology, Adonis was a young mortal revered for his striking beauty and association with nature and vegetation.
- The name stems from the ancient Semitic word 'adon', which translates to 'lord' or 'master'.
- Adonis has experienced a dramatic rise in U.S. birth rankings over the past decade.