Adonis
Adonis: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈdəʊ.nɪs/ · /əˈdɒn.ɪs/
Meaning and origin of Adonis
- A male given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Ἄδωνις (Ádōnis).
How popular is Adonis?
Since 1880, 101 girls and 21,593 boys in the U.S. have been named Adonis (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5274 in 1966. Its highest rank for boys was #175 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #241 for boys, with 1,462 babies given the name.
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Adonis FAQ
What does the name Adonis mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Ἄδωνις (Ádōnis).
What is the origin of the name Adonis?
Adonis is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Adonis?
Since 1880, 101 girls and 21,593 boys in the U.S. have been named Adonis (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5274 in 1966. Its highest rank for boys was #175 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #241 for boys, with 1,462 babies given the name.
Is Adonis a boy or girl name?
Adonis is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 101 girls and 21,593 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.