Meaning and history
Apollon is the Greek, French, and Russian form of Apollo. Apollo was a major Greek and Roman god associated with prophecy, music, poetry, healing, archery, and eventually the sun. The divine name’s deeper etymology is uncertain, so proposed literal meanings should not be presented as settled. Notable bearers include Russian poet and critic Apollon Grigoryev and Russian poet Apollon Maykov. The name retains a strong classical and artistic identity.