Apollo
Apollo is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Uncertain; possibly related to 'to destroy' (apollymi) or 'assembly' (apella).
Origin and history
Apollo is a male name of Ancient Greek origin, historically associated with the classical deity of music, poetry, light, and truth. Long considered a purely mythological name, it saw a significant rise in U.S. popularity during the 2010s and 2020s. Today, it stands out as a strong, modern choice with classical roots.
Popularity in the United States
9,000 babies in the United States have been named Apollo since 1880. It ranks #1270 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #421.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18.2 %)
- TX (10.4 %)
- FL (6.7 %)
- NY (4.5 %)
- WA (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 21 |
| 1970-1980 | 135 |
| 1980-1990 | 263 |
| 1990-2000 | 144 |
| 2000-2010 | 512 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,445 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,480 |
Famous people named Apollo
- Apollo Ohno: Speed skater, Olympic medalist
- Apollo Creed: Fictional character
Fun facts
- The U.S. spaceflight program that successfully landed the first humans on the Moon was named Project Apollo.
- In Greek mythology, Apollo is the twin brother of Artemis and presides over music, prophecy, healing, and the sun.