Apollos Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-POL-us / /əˈpɒləs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: of Apollo; Latin: destroyer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Apollos is derived from the Greek god Apollo, who was associated with music, arts, knowledge, and healing. In the New Testament, Apollos is mentioned as a Christian teacher and preacher. The name has been used in various cultures and retains a strong connection to classical antiquity.
Trend Summary
The name Apollos has seen a modest increase in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Apollo
International Variants
- Apollon (French)
- Apolo (Spanish)
Famous people named Apollos
Apollos Hester is a high school football player known for his motivational speeches.
Apollos of Alexandria was an early Christian teacher mentioned in the New Testament.
Fictional characters named Apollos
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Apollos was first seen in the United States in 1987. Apollos has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Apollos has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Apollos
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 20 |