Aphrodite Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationaf-roe-DIE-tee / /æfˈroʊdaɪti/Greek
Meaning
Goddess of love and beauty
Historical & Cultural Background
Aphrodite is a prominent figure in Greek mythology, often associated with love, beauty, and desire. She is said to have been born from the sea foam and is often depicted in art and literature. The worship of Aphrodite was widespread in ancient Greece, with various temples dedicated to her across the region.
Trend Summary
The name Aphrodite is rare in the United States, with limited popularity over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aphrodita
International Variants
- Afrodite (Italian)
- Aphrodite (French)
- Afrodita (Spanish)
Famous people named Aphrodite
Aphrodite Jones is an American author and television personality known for her true crime books.
Aphrodite Karam is a notable figure in the field of art and design.
Fictional characters named Aphrodite
Aphrodite appears in the 'Percy Jackson & The Olympians' series as the goddess of love.
Aphrodite is a character in the video game 'Hades', representing love and beauty.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aphrodite was first seen in the United States in 1915. Aphrodite has ranked as high as #1336 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Massachusetts, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Aphrodite has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aphrodite (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 24 |