"God has afflicted"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Atalie
Pronunciation: [ AT-uhl-ee ]
Atalie is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "God has afflicted." Ranked #5,328 in the US, popular nicknames include Ata, Talie, and Ali.
A melodic Hebrew variant with biblical depth and modern appeal
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Meaning & Origin
"variant of Natalie, Christmas Day"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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Things to Know About This Name
- Biblical Athaliah was a queen of Judah known for seizing power and killing her grandchildren — though most modern parents are unaware of this story
The Story of Atalie
Atalie is a variant of Athaliah, an ancient Hebrew name appearing in the Old Testament, meaning God is great or God has afflicted. It is also closely related to Natalie, from the Latin natalis meaning birth or Christmas Day. The simplified spelling Atalie softens the biblical weight and makes the name more accessible as a modern given name.
Atalie has been used as a gentle, less common variant of Natalie, with parents seeking something that sounds familiar but distinctive. It has modest use in English-speaking countries without ever becoming mainstream.
Athaliah in the Hebrew Bible was the only woman to rule Judah (c. 841-835 BC), making Atalie a name with a powerful if controversial historical figure behind it. Jean Racine's 1691 tragedy Athalie brought the name to literary prominence in French culture.
Historical Record
Atalie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 959 babies have been named Atalie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Atalie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #5,328 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jean Racine wrote Athalie in 1691, considered one of the greatest French tragedies, ensuring the name a place in literary history
- Athaliah was the only woman to reign as monarch over the Kingdom of Judah in the Hebrew Bible
- The name appears in both the Books of Kings and Chronicles, giving it deep scriptural roots
Atalie in Other Languages
French
Athalie
German
Athalia
Hebrew
עֲתַלְיָה
Italian
Atalia
Spanish
Atalia
Popularity Over Time
#5,328
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Atalie
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Athaliah
Royalty
Queen of Judah (c. 841-835 BC), the only woman to rule as monarch in the Hebrew Bible
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Athalie (Racine) Fictional
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Protagonist of Jean Racine's 1691 French tragedy Athalie, one of the masterpieces of French classical theater
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,328
- Total SSA Count
- 24
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew French English Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ata
Talie
Ali
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, Hebrew heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, Hebrew heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Atalie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Atalie
What does the name Atalie mean?
"God has afflicted" (from Hebrew). "variant of Natalie, Christmas Day" (from Latin). Atalie is a variant of Athaliah, an ancient Hebrew name appearing in the Old Testament, meaning God is great or God has afflicted. It is also closely related to Natalie, from the Latin natalis meaning birth or Christmas Day. The simplified spelling Atalie softens the biblical weight and makes the name more accessible as a modern given name.
What is the origin of the name Atalie?
Atalie has Hebrew, Latin, French, English, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God has afflicted". In Latin, it means "variant of Natalie, Christmas Day".
Is Atalie a boy or girl name?
Atalie is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Atalie?
Atalie is pronounced AT-uhl-ee.
How popular is the name Atalie?
Atalie is currently ranked #5328 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Atalie?
Common nicknames for Atalie include Ata, Talie, and Ali.
What are good middle names for Atalie?
Popular middle name pairings include Atalie Grace, Atalie Rose, Atalie Marie, Atalie Claire, Atalie Jane, Atalie Hope, and Atalie Faith.
What are good sibling names for Atalie?
Names that pair well with Atalie as siblings include Elijah, Miriam, Noah, Abigail, Nathan, Leah, and Ezra.
How many syllables does Atalie have?
Atalie has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Atalie a common or rare name?
Atalie is an uncommon name, ranked #5328 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Atalie?
Are there other spellings for Atalie?
Related spellings include Atalia.
About the Name Atalie
Atalie is a girl name with Hebrew, French, English, and Christian origins . The name means "God has afflicted" in Hebrew .
Atalie is currently ranked #5,328 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Atalie has 3 syllables and is pronounced AT-uhl-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Atalie include Ata, Talie, and Ali. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Atalie include Atalia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis