Apollonia
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.
Gender
Girl
Origin
Greek, Feminine variation of Apollo, Greek sun god.
Numerology
A is for accord, the harmony you spread.
P is for patience, the best of you!
O is for ornate, nothing plain here!
L is for look, the way you look at life.
L is for love, your love of life!
O is for old fashioned, you cherish the past.
N is for neatness, your orderly way.
I is for impressive, your list of qualities.
A is for agreeable, the best side of you!
Lucky
Apollonia lucky number is 5.
Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.
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"
