Apollonia

Greek, Feminine variation of Apollo, Greek sun god.

Apollonia Origin and Meaning

The name Apollonia is a girl's name of Greek origin.

This name of a third-century Christian martyr has an romantic, appealing feel in the modern world. It first came to American attention via Prince's love interest in the film Purple Rain.

St. Apollonia of Alexandria propelled her name into great popularity in the Middle Ages; her name is invoked against toothaches.

Apolonia, one 'l', is the name of a character in John Steinbeck's novel, The Pearl.

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Apollonia Popularity

Famous People Named Apollonia

  • Saint Apollonia
    2nd,century Christian martyr
  • Patricia "Apollonia" Kotero
    American singer/actress
  • Apollonie Sabatier (born Aglaé)
    French artists' model/muse
  • Apollonia Saintclair
    illustrator (erotica)
  • Karin Apollonia Müller
    German,born photographer

Apollonia in Pop Culture

  • Apollonia
    Greek feminine form of Apollo, meaning "destroyer"
  • Apollonia
    character in film "Purple Rain;" played by Apollonia Kotero
  • Apollonia
    character on TV's "Carnivale"
  • Apollonia Vitelli
    Corleone, character in "The Godfather" saga
  • Apollonia
    one of Carla's many middle names on "Cheers"