Apollo
Meaning of Apollo
The name Apollo, primarily used for boys, has its origins in ancient Greek mythology and is associated with the Greek god of the sun, music, poetry, and healing. Pronounced as uh-POL-oh (/əˈpɑloʊ/ or /əˈpɒləʊ/), Apollo carries a sense of strength, creativity, and enlightenment. The name has seen a notable rise in popularity in recent years within the United States, moving from a rank of 5,867 in 1994 to 432 in 2023. Variations of the name include Apollon. This mythologically rich name not only evokes images of classical beauty and artistic talent but also symbolizes light and truth, making it an inspiring choice for modern parents seeking a meaningful and distinctive name for their child.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as uh-POL-oh (/əˈpɑloʊ/)
British English
- Pronunced as uh-POL-oh (/əˈpɒləʊ/)
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Notable People Named Apollo
| Sesugh Uhaa, known as Apollo Crews in WWE, is an American professional wrestler currently performing on the Raw brand. |
| Apollo Robbins is an American sleight-of-hand artist, security consultant, and deception specialist known as "an artful manipulator of awareness" by Forbes. |
| Apollo Perelini is a former dual-code international rugby player and coach from the 1990s and 2000s. |
| Erik Vincent Stephens, also known as Apollo Brown, is a renowned American record producer hailing from Detroit, Michigan, and is a member of the hip hop group Ugly Heroes, with a prolific discography featuring collaborations with notable artists such as Guilty Simpson, O.C., Ras Kass, Skyzoo, and Planet Asia. |
| Apollo Papathanasio - Apostolos "Apollo" Papathanasiou is a Swedish heavy metal vocalist of Greek descent, known for his work with bands such as Spiritual Beggars, Firewind, and Meduza. |
