Atlas: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
The one who carries the world, a name of mythic strength and endurance.
Atlas as a Boy Name
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #92
- Peak
- #85 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Atlas Means
Atlas is a boy name of Greek origin. The one who carries the world, a name of mythic strength and endurance.
How Popular Atlas Is
Atlas currently ranks #92 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #85 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Atlas
- In Greek mythology, Atlas held up the sky on his shoulders.
- Atlas rocketed from near obscurity to the top 100 in about a decade.
- The word atlas also refers to a book of maps, named after the Titan.
Atlas as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #112
- Peak
- #105 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Atlas Means
Atlas is a unisex name of Greek origin. Named for the Titan who held up the heavens, Atlas is a name of mythic strength and the promise of carrying great things.
How Popular Atlas Is
Atlas currently ranks #112 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #105 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Atlas
- In Greek mythology, Atlas was condemned to hold up the celestial heavens for eternity.
- Shay Mitchell named her daughter Atlas, cementing its unisex status.
- Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand is one of the most influential novels in American culture.
Names Like Atlas
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Atlas
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Atlas.
Questions About Atlas
What does Atlas mean?
Atlas is a boy name of Greek origin. The one who carries the world, a name of mythic strength and endurance.
How popular is Atlas?
Atlas currently ranks #92 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #85 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Atlas come from?
Atlas comes from Greek roots. In Greek mythology, Atlas held up the sky on his shoulders.
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