Adonis

Lord; from Phoenician adon.

Adonis brings together a simple meaning and a richly imagined story. Its Phoenician root means “lord”; in Greek mythology, Adonis is the beautiful young man loved by Aphrodite. That story explains why the name evokes beauty so readily, even though “handsome” is not its original translation. As a masculine given name, Adonis has an expansive, almost theatrical sound. The open beginning and crisp final s give it both flow and definition, while its mythological association lends it a literary presence. It may appeal if you like an ancient name whose story remains immediately visible, with more grandeur than a casual nickname.

Etymology: Adonis comes through the Greek name Ἄδωνις (Adōnis), derived from Phoenician adon, “lord” or “master”. Its linguistic root is Semitic, while its best-known cultural setting is Greek mythology.