Rising since 1992, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Aphrodite since 1915
Babies named Aphrodite per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 49 |
| 1920s | 128 |
| 1930s | 39 |
| 1940s | 19 |
| 1950s | 19 |
| 1960s | 26 |
| 1970s | 71 |
| 1980s | 55 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 46 |
| 2010s | 131 |
| 2020s | 113 |
Meaning & origin
Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty, has been in use as a given name in the United States since at least 1915. Though never common, the name has seen a notable upward trajectory in recent decades, rising since 1992 and reaching its peak rank of 6838 in 2025. In that year, approximately 1 in 100,454 baby girls received the name. While it does not appear in the top 10 or top 100, its revival reflects a broader trend of mythological names gaining favor among parents seeking distinctive, historically rich choices. The name remains rare enough to stand out, yet familiar enough to be recognized and appreciated.
Aphrodite is the Greek goddess of love, beauty, and desire. Her name is traditionally derived from aphros (sea foam), referencing the myth of her birth from the foam of the sea near Cyprus. The name has been used in the English-speaking world since the 19th century, often among families with an interest in classical mythology.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aphro, Dite, Afrodite
Variants: Afrodite, Aphrodite
Sibling names for Aphrodite
Names that share Aphrodite's style, for a brother or sister.
