Adonnis

“Greek” — Symbol of desire

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#2574US 2023

51Births / yr

↑Rising

517All-time births

📅 Since 198000

What does Adonnis mean and where does it come from?

Adonnis is derived from the Greek word 'Adonis,' which refers to a youth of remarkable beauty in ancient Greek mythology. He was associated with fertility and rebirth and became a symbol of desire. The name has transcended its mythological roots and is now popular in various forms in English-speakin

Cultural significance

Adonnis has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #2544 in 2020 — currently #2574 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Adonnis?

Adonnis works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Adonnis Grace

How popular is Adonnis right now?

Rising fast — up 178 spots — currently #2574 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#2574 · Top 1.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2574	51	▲ up 178 · +9% births
2022	#2752	47	▲ up 490 · +31% births
2021	#3242	36	▼ down 698 · -28% births
2020	#2544	50	▲ up 3910 · +285% births
2015	#6454	13	▲ up 829 · +18% births
2010	#7283	11	▼ down 873 · -8% births
2005	#6410	12	▼ down 1459 · -20% births
2000	#4951	15	▲ up 4565 · +200% births
1995	#9516	5	▼ down 3287 · -37% births
1990	#6229	8	▼ down 533 · +14% births
1985	#5696	7	▲ up 1415 · +40% births
1980	#7111	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Adonnis

Best Year2020Rank #2544

Peak Count51

Average Rank#5397

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 202312 years

The story of Adonnis

Adonnis is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 517 total births recorded, Adonnis remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7111 in 1980 to #2574 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Adonnis in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Adonnis by decade

Adonnis peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	49
1990s	94
2000s	121
2010s ★	203
2020s	50

💎Adonnis has only 517 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Adonnis?

Common

AdoAdAdieAdyOnnis

What names sound and feel like Adonnis?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Adonnis also consider these

Greece · Lord, master.

Aldonis

Arabic · A Arabic name

Greece · Priceless, inestimable

Adanis

Arabic · Arabic

Common questions about the name Adonnis

What does the name Adonnis mean?

Adonnis means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Adonnis?

Adonnis is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Adonnis have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Adonnis?

Adonnis originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Adonnis?

Adonnis pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Adonnis trending right now?

Adonnis is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.