Apollo Name Meaning & Origin
/uh-PAH-loh/Apollo is most likely a name of Greek origin.
This analysis is AI-assisted and may contain errors. It is not individually reviewed by an onomast. Check important details against reliable sources or a qualified researcher. Analysis generated on May 22, 2025.
Name Origin
Apollo is a given name of Greek origin, derived from the ancient Greek god Apollo, associated with music, arts, and prophecy. It is primarily used as a masculine first name in Western cultures.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Greek (Greek) 70% -
American (Western) 20% -
Italian (Italian) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Apollo
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 708 boys in the US were named Apollo.
Growth of the name Apollo in the US (SSA Data):
Apollo Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 8
People with this name tend to be: Ambitious, goal-oriented and authoritative.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.