Adonis
Lord
Greek, Phoenician
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Adonis
“Lord”
uh-don-is
Greek, Phoenician origin
6 letters
3 syllables
About this name
Adonis is a striking Greek name of Phoenician origin meaning 'lord'. In Greek mythology, Adonis was a youth of such remarkable beauty that Aphrodite fell in love with him. It is a bold, highly evocative modern choice.
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Pairs well with
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