Apolonia
Latin · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Apolonia
Apolonia derives from the Greek name Apollonia, meaning "of Apollo" or "belonging to Apollo," the Greek god of music, prophecy, and the sun, with the linguistic root in the god's name itself.
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Etymology
Apolonia derives from the Greek name Apollonia, meaning "of Apollo" or "belonging to Apollo," the Greek god of music, prophecy, and the sun, with the linguistic root in the god's name itself. The name is primarily used in Christian cultures, particularly in Spanish, Polish, and Italian-speaking regions, and is associated with Saint Apollonia, a 3rd-century Christian martyr venerated in the Catholic Church.
Apolonia currently ranks #7,172 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1990.
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