Apollo is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #5692 in 2001 with 12 recorded births. This places Apollo in the top 46% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 820 births ranking #389. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 33.3%. In 2001, approximately 1 in every 161,903 boys born was named Apollo. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Apollo is a mythological Greek name with a bright, striking sound, but its exact original meaning is uncertain. Today it is mainly chosen for its classical energy and strong cultural associations.
In Greek mythology, Apollo was the god of music, prophecy, healing, and light. The name remained famous through literature, art, and later cultural references, even though it was not widely used as a personal name until more modern times.