adonis

Pronunciation
uh-DOH-nis

Gender
male

Origin

Greek

Ranking

  174 (as of 2023)

Meaning: Lord; Master

The name Adonis comes from the Phoenician element adon, meaning "lord" or "master." In Greek mythology, Adonis was the god of rebirth, the changing of the seasons, vegetation, beauty and youth. The name first appeared in the Social Security Administration's top 1,000 baby girl names in 1993 and has seen a rise in popularity since 2019. Hip-hop artist Drake welcomed a son, Adonis Graham, with French artist Sophie Brussaux in 2017.

Famous People Named Adonis

  Adonis Stevenson

  A professional boxer known for his success in the ring and his charitable work.

  Adonis Bosso

  A fashion model and advocate for diversity in the fashion industry.

  Adonis Jordan

  A former professional basketball player known for his sportsmanship and teamwork.

  Adonis Thomas

  A professional basketball player recognized for his dedication and perseverance.

  Adonis García

  A professional baseball player known for his skill and determination.

  Adonis A. Kyrou

  A Greek film critic and writer appreciated for his contributions to cinema.

  Adonis Creed

  A fictional character from the 'Rocky' movie series, known for his determination and resilience.

  Adonis Davis

  A college football player celebrated for his athletic abilities and leadership.

  Adonis Georgiadis

  A Greek politician known for his work in public service and education.

  Adonis Medina

  A professional baseball pitcher recognized for his talent and hard work.

Famous Media with people Named Adonis

    Adonis Creed

    A character from the 'Rocky' movie series, known for his determination and resilience.  

    Adonis (Greek Mythology)

    A figure from Greek mythology known for his beauty and the love story with Aphrodite.  

    Adonis (DC Comics)

    A character in the DC Comics universe known for his strength and heroism.  

    Adonis (Marvel Comics)

    A character in the Marvel Comics universe known for his impressive powers.  

    Adonis (The Iliad)

    A character mentioned in the epic poem 'The Iliad', known for his beauty.  

    Adonis (The Sandman)

    A character in 'The Sandman' comic series known for his compelling story.  

    Adonis (Hercules: The Animated Series)

    A character in the animated series known for his charm and antics.  

    Adonis (The Fairly OddParents)

    A character in the animated series known for his good looks and humor.  

    Adonis (Percy Jackson)

    A character referenced in the 'Percy Jackson' series, known for his mythological background.  

    Adonis (The Song of Achilles)

    A character referenced in the novel, known for his mythological significance.