Adonis Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Adonis Name at a Glance

Name	Adonis
Meaning	Handsome; a lord. Greek mythology; a youth beloved of Aphrodite.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Adonis Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Adonis means “Handsome; a lord. Greek mythology; a youth beloved of Aphrodite”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Adonis Name Origin

Our database records Adonis under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Adonis a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Adonis is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Adonis

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