Atlanta Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationat-LAN-tuh / /ətˈlæntə/Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: 'city' or 'to be brought to light'; English: derived from the name of the city Atlanta, Georgia.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Atlanta is derived from the Greek word 'Atlantis,' which refers to the island mentioned in Plato's works. It gained popularity in the United States due to the city of Atlanta, Georgia, founded in the 19th century. The city played a significant role in the Civil War and is known for its cultural and historical significance in the South.
Trend Summary
The name Atlanta has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Atalanta
International Variants
- Atalanta (Italian)
- Atlantis (Greek)
Famous people named Atlanta
Atlanta D. McCoy was a notable American artist known for her contemporary paintings.
Atlanta D. Smith is an accomplished author recognized for her contributions to children's literature.
Fictional characters named Atlanta
Atlanta is a character in Greek mythology, known as a huntress and a participant in the Argonauts' quest.
Atlanta appears in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball' as a minor character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Atlanta was first seen in the United States in 1895. Atlanta has ranked as high as #1213 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Atlanta has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Atlanta (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2024 | 5 |