Apphia

“Increase, fruitful” — Associated with positive attributes of growth and abundance

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11273US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

152All-time births

📅 Since 198300

How to pronounce Apphia

ay·PEE·PEE·AY·CHEE·uh

/ˌeɪ.ˈpiː.ˈpiː.ˈeɪ.ˈtʃiː.ə/ · stress on PEE · 6 syllables

“Increase, fruitful”

Associated with positive attributes of growth and abundance · Greece origin

What does Apphia mean and where does it come from?

Apphia is derived from the Greek name 'Apheia.' The name is mentioned in the New Testament as a woman in the family of Philemon. It has seen varying usage, particularly in the United States, and is sometimes associated with positive attributes of growth and abundance.

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #6131 in 2020 — currently #11273 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Apphia?

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

Apphia Grace

How popular is Apphia right now?

Falling — down 3607 spots — currently #11273 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#11273 · Top 8.3%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11273	8	▼ down 3607 · -43% births
2022	#7666	14	▼ down 1893 · -33% births
2021	#5773	21	▲ up 358 · +11% births
2020	#6131	19	▲ up 5041 · +111% births
2015	#11172	9	▲ up 6558 · +80% births
2010	#17730	5	▼ down 8552 · -29% births
1985	#9178	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Apphia

Best Year2021Rank #5773

Peak Count21

Average Rank#9846

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 20237 years

The story of Apphia

Apphia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1983. With 152 total births recorded, Apphia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9178 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11273 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Apphia in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Apphia by decade

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

Decade	Births
1980s	26
2000s	16
2010s ★	91
2020s	19

💎Apphia has only 152 total recorded births since 1983 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Apphia?

Common

App

What names sound and feel like Apphia?

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

Aphia

English · A meaningful name

Persian · Brave; courageous.

How is Apphia written in other languages?

Απφια

Ancient Greek

Common questions about the name Apphia

What does the name Apphia mean?

Apphia means "Increase, fruitful" — 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 Apphia?

Apphia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Apphia?

Apphia 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 Apphia?

Apphia is a 6-syllable name pronounced EY2 P IY1 P IY1 EY1 CH IY1 AH0. 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 Apphia?

Apphia 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.