Apollonia

“of Apollo; belonging to Apollo” — Associated with the sun

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5260US 2023

24Births / yr

↑Rising

599All-time births

📅 Since 189500

What does Apollonia mean and where does it come from?

Apollonia is a name of Greek origin, derived from the name of the Greek god Apollo, who is associated with the sun, music, and prophecy. The name was historically used in ancient Greece and Rome, often representing beauty and artistic flair. It has seen a revival in various forms across different cu

Cultural significance

Apollonia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of of apollo; belonging to apollo.

Peak popularity

Reached #1563 in 1895 — currently #5260 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Apollonia?

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

Apollonia Grace

How popular is Apollonia right now?

Rising fast — up 63 spots — currently #5260 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1895–2023#5260 · Top 3.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5260	24	▲ up 63
2022	#5323	24	▲ up 449 · +14% births
2021	#5772	21	▲ up 278 · +11% births
2020	#6050	19	▼ down 757 · -24% births
2015	#5293	25	▲ up 3959 · +108% births
2010	#9252	12	▲ up 1721 · +33% births
2005	#10973	9	▼ down 168 · +13% births
2000	#10805	8	▼ down 1208
1995	#9597	8	▼ down 4712 · -58% births
1990	#4885	19	▼ down 3173 · -72% births
1985	#1712	67	▲ up 1831 · +857% births
1915	#3543	7	▼ down 1980 · +17% births
1895	#1563	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Apollonia

Best Year1985Rank #1712

Peak Count67

Average Rank#6539

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1915 - 202312 years

The story of Apollonia

Apollonia has been a beloved American name for over 129 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1895. With 599 total births recorded, Apollonia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1563 in 1895, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5260 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Apollonia in 1895:

Mary Anna Helen Margaret Elizabeth

Apollonia by decade

Apollonia peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	6
1910s	20
1980s ★	206
1990s	83
2000s	83
2010s	182
2020s	19

💎Apollonia has only 599 total recorded births since 1895 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Apollonia?

DANISH

Lone

POLISH

Pola

SLOVENE

Polona

ANCIENT GREEK

Apollonios

How is Apollonia written in other languages?

Απολλωνια

Ancient Greek

What are the boy versions of Apollonia?

Apollonios ANCIENT GREEK Apollon GREEK MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Apollonia

What does the name Apollonia mean?

Apollonia means "of Apollo; belonging to Apollo" — 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 Apollonia?

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

What is the cultural origin of Apollonia?

Apollonia 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 Apollonia?

Apollonia 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 Apollonia trending right now?

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