Aphrodite Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aphrodite, a name of Greek origin, means 'goddess of love and beauty'. It evolved from ancient Greek through Latin to Modern Greek. The name is associated with the mythological figure born from sea foam, symbolizing love and beauty. There is no biblical relevance. The name has been popular since ancient times and continues to be recognized in contemporary culture.
The name Aphrodite is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aphrodite has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Aphrodite' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3044th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4803rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6826th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8023rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11400th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14023rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7071st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aphrodite' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aphrodite"
Pronunciation
/ˌæf.rəˈdaɪ.ti/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Aphrodite is derived from the ancient Greek word 'aphros', meaning 'sea foam'. According to mythology, she was born from the foam of the sea.
Meaning
goddess of love and beauty
Language Evolution
Aphrodite (Ancient Greek), Aphrodite (Latin), Aphrodite (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
Aphrodite gained popularity in ancient Greece as a central figure in mythology and worship, particularly in the context of love and beauty.
Variants & Derivatives
Afrodite, Aphrodite in various languages (e.g., Afrodita in Spanish and Portuguese)
Modern Popularity & Image
Aphrodite is often perceived as a symbol of love, beauty, and desire, frequently referenced in literature and art.
Famous People
Aphrodite (mythological figure), Aphrodite Frizell (fictional character in literature)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aphrodite"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aphrodite"
"Aphrodite" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3044th of 9107 | 160 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4803rd of 9204 | 61 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6826th of 12526 | 54 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8023rd of 19264 | 75 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11400th of 27321 | 75 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14023rd of 35406 | 88 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7071st of 30306 | 198 |
Regional Popularity of "Aphrodite" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aphrodite" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
70.78% 976th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
90.55% 1409th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Aphrodite"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aphrodite" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.