Adonis

Meaning of Adonis

The name Adonis comes from Greek mythology and refers to a god of great beauty. It essentially means 'handsome' or 'beautiful'.

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Popularity of Adonis

Adonis has cooled off, slipping to #241 in 2025, down from a peak of #174 in 2023.

Notable people named Adonis

• Adonis
  Greek mythological god of beauty
• Adonis Creed
  Fictional boxer character
• Adonis Georgiadis
  Greek politician and minister
• Adonis Stevenson
  Canadian professional boxer
• Adonis Lattimore
  American dancer and choreographer

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Questions about the name Adonis

What does the name Adonis mean?

Adonis means the name adonis comes from greek mythology and refers to a god of great beauty. it essentially means 'handsome' or 'beautiful', and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Adonis a boy's or a girl's name?

Adonis is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Adonis?

In 2025, Adonis ranked #241 for boys, down from #206 the year before.

When was Adonis most popular?

Adonis peaked at #174 in 2023.