Apollo
Apollo is the Latinized form of the Greek god’s name Apollon. The name’s literal meaning is uncertain. In mythology Apollo is associated with prophecy, music and healing, and later with the sun; those roles should not be presented as a direct translation of the name.
- Meaning
- A single literal meaning has not been established. See the name-history notes above.
- Name or word origin
- Greek mythology, Latinized form
- Pronunciation
- American English: /ə.ˈpɑl.oʊ/
Sources and meaning notes
The mythological associations are documented, while the disputed linguistic meaning remains unassigned.
- Behind the Name: Apollo Name history, usage and the pronunciation specified in this entry
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