Apollos Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: uh-POL-us //əˈpɒləs//
Origin: Greek; Latin
Meaning: Greek: of Apollo; Latin: destroyer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Apollos has its roots in ancient Greek, derived from the name Ἀπόλλων (Apollon), which is associated with the Greek god Apollo, the deity of music, arts, knowledge, and prophecy. The etymology of Apollo is uncertain, but it may be linked to the Proto-Indo-European root *ap- meaning 'to strengthen' or 'to protect.' The name was adopted into Latin as Apollinus, which further evolved into Apollos in the Hellenistic period.
The transition into English occurred through the Latin influence during the Renaissance, when classical names were revived in various forms across Europe. Historically, Apollos is notably mentioned in the New Testament of the Christian Bible, specifically in the Acts of the Apostles and the letters of Paul, dating back to the 1st century CE.
He is depicted as a learned man and an eloquent speaker who played a significant role in the early Christian church, particularly in Corinth. His presence in biblical texts has contributed to the name's enduring significance in Christian tradition, where it symbolizes knowledge and eloquence.
Culturally, the name Apollos carries connotations of enlightenment and artistic inspiration, reflecting the attributes of its mythological namesake. The figure of Apollo in Greek mythology was revered for his association with the sun, music, and prophecy, which further enhances the name's resonance in various artistic and literary contexts throughout history.
The diminutive form 'Apollo' is often used in modern contexts, but Apollos retains a distinct identity rooted in its historical and biblical significance.
Famous people named Apollos
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Apollos is a biblical figure best known for being a preacher and teacher in the early Christian church, mentioned in the New Testament.
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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 #9151 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)
The name Apollos is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Apollos was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Apollos.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 23 | 23 |
| 2024 | 20 | 20 |
| 2023 | 24 | 24 |
| 2022 | 13 | 13 |
| 2021 | 17 | 17 |
| 2020 | 14 | 14 |
| 2019 | 10 | 10 |
| 2018 | 14 | 14 |
| 2017 | 14 | 14 |
| 2016 | 16 | 16 |
| 2015 | 13 | 13 |
| 2014 | 9 | 9 |
| 2013 | 7 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 | 7 |
| 2010 | 8 | 8 |
| 2009 | 5 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Apollos
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