Boy Name · Greek Origin
Adonis
Adonis — a boy name from the Greek tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Lord", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Adams is on your shortlist, Adonis belongs in the same conversation.
Adonis meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Lord
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Adonis to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Adonis as A·D·O·N·I·S, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Adonis is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Adonis variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Adonisa, Adonise, Adonisy, Adoni.
- Nicknames: Ado and A.
- Middle names: Pair Adonis with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Adonis middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Adams, Athanasios, Alexis, Adnan, Adam — full picks on the sibling names for Adonis guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Adonis? Browse our names like Adonis guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Adonis
What does the name Adonis mean?
Adonis means "Lord" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Adonis?
Adonis originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Adonis?
Adonis has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Adonis a boy's or girl's name?
Adonis is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Adonis in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Adonis sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Adonis?
Names that share Adonis's sound and style include Adams, Athanasios, Alexis, Adnan, Adam.
What middle names pair well with Adonis?
Good middle-name fits for Adonis pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Adonis is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Adonis is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Adonis?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Adonis share its rhythm without rhyming — Adams, Athanasios, Alexis all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.