US Popularity:396
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Handsome, desirable; Lord, master, ruler
Adonis is a baby boy name of Greek origin. Fans of Greek mythology will recognize the tale about the mortal man who fell head-over-heels for Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. Though Adonis found himself smitten, he was also admired and envied by many for his ravishing features and excellent hunting skills. Today, this name directly translates to "lord," "master," or "ruler," with the associations “desirable” and “handsome.” A perfect description for baby Adonis, indeed.

Common Nicknames for Adonis

When it comes to nicknames, one word comes to mind—cute! And that’s exactly what baby will be. So why not choose an adorable nickname to remind them just how loved they are? Find cool and fun nicknames for little Adonis below.

How Popular Is The Name Adonis?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Adonis is currently #476 on The Bump
Boy:Adonis is currently #284 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Adonis is currently #396 in U.S. births
Boy:Adonis is currently #206 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#174
in 2023
+ 50
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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