Atlas Unisex

Popularity: #100 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Greek; Latin

Meaning

Greek: to carry; Latin: the bearer

Historical & Cultural Background

In Greek mythology, Atlas was a Titan condemned to hold up the sky for eternity. The name has been used in various cultures and has gained popularity in modern times, often symbolizing strength and endurance. It has also been associated with maps and globes, as in 'Atlas of the world'.

Trend Summary

Atlas has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past decade.

Similar Names

Apollo, Titan, Leo, Atlasia, Alden, Asher, Atticus

Variants

  • Atley

International Variants

  • Atlas (English)
  • Atles (Norwegian)

Famous people named Atlas

Atlas Shrugged (Ayn Rand) is a novel that explores themes of individualism and capitalism.

Atlas O. H. H. (Atlas O'Hara) is a notable drag performer known for their performances in various competitions.

Fictional characters named Atlas

Atlas (DC Comics) is a character who appears in various comic book series.

Atlas (The Legend of Zelda) is a character featured in the video game franchise.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Atlas was first seen in the United States in 1883. Atlas has ranked as high as #162 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Atlas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Atlas (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 334
10%
TX 296
9%
FL 244
7%
NC 142
4%
TN 125
4%
NY 124
4%
OH 122
4%
MI 115
4%
GA 110
3%
PA 107
3%
WA 102
3%
VA 100
3%
IN 98
3%
MO 83
3%
IL 79
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18835
18906
19036
19046
19108
191310
191413
19159
191617
191714
191819
191916
192015
192118
192221
192315
192415
192514
19269
192714
192812
19298
193018
19316
19326
193310
19349
193510
19369
193712
19389
19396
19406
19418
19426
194311
19447
19457
194611
19479
194812
194913
19506
195210
19536
19548
19566
19576
19589
19597
19607
19619
19627
19636
19648
19665
19678
197110
19746
19755
19775
19786
19809
19817
19826
19835
19855
19865
19897
19905
19919
199313
19945
19956
199610
19977
199812
19999
20008
20018
200213
200312
200420
200517
200619
200735
200855
200963
2010100
2011109
2012121
2013287
2014411
2015603
2016800
20171,042
20181,217
20191,658
20202,054
20212,549
20222,915
20233,209
20243,417