Apple

Meaning of Apple

The given name Apple, predominantly conferred upon female individuals in Anglophone regions, derives from the Old English noun æppel—itself tracing back to Proto-Germanic *ap(a)laz and the Proto-Indo-European root *ab(e)l-—to denote the familiar pome fruit. In the United States, annual registration figures have varied between five and forty-four occurrences, with Social Security Administration rank placements spanning from 745 to 960 over the past five decades, indicating a persistent yet uncommon adoption. Semantically, Apple occupies a multifaceted domain encompassing botanical and nutritional reference, symbolic resonance in Western narratives of health, knowledge and innocence, and contemporary visibility through high-profile bearers in celebrity culture and technological branding. Phonetically articulated as AP-uhl (/ˈæpəl/) in English, the name thus embodies a synthesis of archaic linguistic heritage and modern cultural significance, appealing to parents seeking an appellation that balances distinctive tradition with present-day relevance.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as AP-uhl (/ˈæpəl/)

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