Apolo

♂ Boy

Pronounced ə-POH-loh /əˈpoʊ.loʊ/Medium

Meaning: Spanish/modern spelling of Apollo — the Greek god of sun, music, and prophecy; etymology uncertainMedium

In 30 seconds: Radiant and bold: Apolo is the sun-god Apollo — music, light, and prophecy (Olympian Apolo Ohno). Mythic, strong, and bright.

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningSpanish/modern spelling of Apollo — the Greek god of sun, music, and prophecy; etymology uncertain

U.S. rank (2025)#4145 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 252

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Apolo is a Spanish and modern spelling of Apollo — the Greek god of the sun, music, healing, and prophecy (his name's etymology is uncertain, which we note). Borne by Olympian Apolo Ohno, it's a mythic, radiant name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-god-Apollo at the root, and radiant.

Did you know? Apollo was the Greek god of the sun, music, and prophecy — Olympic speedskater Apolo Ohno carries the single-l spelling; mythic and radiant.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name — Apollo — etymology uncertain

Variations

ApolloApolonio

Nicknames

Polo

Famous Bearers

★Apolo Ohno (1982-)
American short track speed skater and eight-time Olympic medalist

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Apolo mean?

Apolo spells Apollo — the Greek god of sun, music, and prophecy; the name's etymology is uncertain.

How do you pronounce Apolo?

It's said ə-POH-loh /əˈpoʊ.loʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Apolo a boy or girl name?

Apolo is a boy's name.

How popular is Apolo?

Apolo is a rare name in the U.S.