Apolonia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Apolonia originates from Greek, meaning 'of Apollo'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek Apollonios to its modern form. The name is associated with positive traits and creativity, but it does not have a biblical background. Apolonia gained popularity through its historical ties to saints and has several variants. Today, it is seen as a rare yet elegant choice.
The name Apolonia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Apolonia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Apolonia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2045th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2918th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7580th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11241st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6133rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10641st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9484th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Apolonia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Apolonia"
Pronunciation
/ˌæpəˈloʊniə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Apolonia is derived from the Greek name Apollonios, which means 'of Apollo' or 'belonging to Apollo'. Apollo was the Greek god of the sun, music, and prophecy.
Meaning
Of Apollo
Language Evolution
Apollonios (Ancient Greek), Apolonia (Latinized form), Apolonia (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian era, often associated with saints and martyrs, particularly in regions influenced by Greek culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Apollonia, Polly, Pola
Modern Popularity & Image
Apolonia is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with artistic and intellectual traits, though it is relatively rare in contemporary settings.
Famous People
Apolonia Vanova, a Slovak actress, Apolonia, a character in various literary works
📊 Apolonia Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Apolonia"
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 "Apolonia"
"Apolonia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2045th of 9107 | 312 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2918th of 9204 | 174 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7580th of 12526 | 40 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11241st of 19264 | 34 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6133rd of 27321 | 207 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10641st of 35406 | 143 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9484th of 30306 | 129 |
Regional Popularity of "Apolonia" 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 "Apolonia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
47.08% 1114th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
49.64% 1168th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
85.94% 2452nd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
61.15% 3176th/5194 |
53.57% 3384th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Apolonia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Apolonia" 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.