Aphrodite

“Aphrodite is derived from Greek mythology, where she was known as the goddess of love, beauty, and pleasure” — Associated with the legend of her birth from the sea foam (aphros)

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6185US 2023

19Births / yr

↑Rising

632All-time births

📅 Since 191500

How to pronounce Aphrodite

afr·ud·EYE·tee

/ˌæfr.əd.ˈaɪ.tiː/ · stress on EYE · 4 syllables

“Aphrodite is derived from Greek mythology, where she was known as the goddess of love, beauty, and pleasure”

Associated with the legend of her birth from the sea foam (aphros) · Greece origin

What does Aphrodite mean and where does it come from?

Aphrodite is derived from Greek mythology, where she was known as the goddess of love, beauty, and pleasure. The name is often associated with the legend of her birth from the sea foam (aphros) according to Hesiod's 'Theogony'. The cult of Aphrodite was widespread in ancient Greek culture, and her s

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #2254 in 1923 — currently #6185 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Aphrodite?

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

Aphrodite Grace

How popular is Aphrodite right now?

Rising fast — up 64 spots — currently #6185 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#6185 · Top 4.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6185	19	▲ up 64
2022	#6249	19	▲ up 746 · +19% births
2021	#6995	16	▼ down 931 · -16% births
2020	#6064	19	▲ up 1214 · +19% births
2015	#7278	16	▲ up 7810 · +167% births
2010	#15088	6	▼ down 447
2005	#14641	6	▼ down 4696 · -33% births
2000	#9945	9	▼ down 1352
1990	#8593	9	▼ down 3676 · -25% births
1975	#4917	12	▲ up 3303 · +140% births
1970	#8220	5	▼ down 5556 · -58% births
1930	#2664	12	▼ down 386 · -29% births
1925	#2278	17	▲ up 1560 · +113% births
1920	#3838	8	▼ down 948 · -20% births
1915	#2890	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Aphrodite

Best Year1925Rank #2278

Peak Count19

Average Rank#7056

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202315 years

The story of Aphrodite

Aphrodite entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 632 total births recorded, Aphrodite remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2890 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6185 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Aphrodite in 1923:

Mary Dorothy Helen Margaret Betty

Aphrodite by decade

Aphrodite peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	49
1920s	128
1930s	39
1940s	19
1950s	19
1960s	25
1970s	70
1980s	55
1990s	32
2000s	46
2010s ★	131
2020s	19

💎Aphrodite has only 632 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Aphrodite?

Common

AphIte

What names sound and feel like Aphrodite?

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

Aphroditi

Celtic · A Celtic name

Melenaite

Greece · light; bright

Applewhite

Celtic · A Celtic name

How is Aphrodite written in other languages?

Αφροδιτη

Ancient Greek

What are the boy versions of Aphrodite?

Aphrodisios ANCIENT GREEK Epaphroditos ANCIENT GREEK

Common questions about the name Aphrodite

What does the name Aphrodite mean?

Aphrodite 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 Aphrodite?

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

What is the cultural origin of Aphrodite?

Aphrodite 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.

How do you pronounce the name Aphrodite?

Aphrodite is a four-syllable name pronounced AE2 F R AH0 D AY1 T IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Aphrodite?

Aphrodite 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.