Adonis Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-DON-iss / /əˈdɒnɪs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: lord; Latin: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Adonis is a figure from Greek mythology, known for his beauty and association with fertility and rebirth. He was the son of Myrrha and the mortal king Cinyras, and his story is often linked to the seasonal cycle of life and death. The name has been adopted in various cultures and languages, often symbolizing attractiveness and desire.
Trend Summary
Adonis has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable increase in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Adon
- Addie
International Variants
- Adonís (Spanish)
- Adon (Hebrew)
Famous people named Adonis
Adonis Stevenson is a Canadian professional boxer known for his achievements in the light heavyweight division.
Adonis Georgiadis is a Greek politician and member of the Hellenic Parliament.
Adonis Thomas is an American professional basketball player.
Adonis K. is a popular American poet and author.
Fictional characters named Adonis
Adonis is a character in the video game 'God of War' series, representing beauty and desire.
Adonis is featured in the comic series 'The Sandman' by Neil Gaiman, embodying themes of beauty and mortality.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Adonis was first seen in the United States in 1918. Adonis has ranked as high as #294 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Adonis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Adonis (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 212 | |
| CA | 169 | |
| FL | 144 | |
| NY | 127 | |
| NC | 78 | |
| VA | 69 | |
| PA | 63 | |
| GA | 60 | |
| OH | 54 | |
| IL | 46 | |
| AZ | 44 | |
| MI | 42 | |
| IN | 35 | |
| MD | 34 | |
| TN | 31 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 23 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 28 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 46 |
| 1975 | 47 |
| 1976 | 58 |
| 1977 | 40 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1979 | 74 |
| 1980 | 56 |
| 1981 | 44 |
| 1982 | 63 |
| 1983 | 52 |
| 1984 | 47 |
| 1985 | 42 |
| 1986 | 59 |
| 1987 | 50 |
| 1988 | 63 |
| 1989 | 50 |
| 1990 | 82 |
| 1991 | 106 |
| 1992 | 90 |
| 1993 | 156 |
| 1994 | 177 |
| 1995 | 315 |
| 1996 | 172 |
| 1997 | 188 |
| 1998 | 193 |
| 1999 | 194 |
| 2000 | 222 |
| 2001 | 179 |
| 2002 | 189 |
| 2003 | 211 |
| 2004 | 232 |
| 2005 | 230 |
| 2006 | 251 |
| 2007 | 289 |
| 2008 | 251 |
| 2009 | 292 |
| 2010 | 269 |
| 2011 | 335 |
| 2012 | 374 |
| 2013 | 342 |
| 2014 | 334 |
| 2015 | 360 |
| 2016 | 804 |
| 2017 | 813 |
| 2018 | 902 |
| 2019 | 1,544 |
| 2020 | 1,677 |
| 2021 | 1,726 |
| 2022 | 1,612 |
| 2023 | 2,101 |
| 2024 | 1,713 |