Apollo is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #434 in 2023 with 717 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 820 births ranking #389. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 7,866.7%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 2,383 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.