"afflicted by God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Atalia
Pronunciation: [ aht-AHL-ee-uh ]
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An ancient Hebrew royal name meaning God is exalted
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- Biblical Queen Athaliah was a villainous figure in the Old Testament — some may be aware of this association
The Story of Atalia
Atalia (also spelled Athaliah) is an ancient Hebrew name derived from the elements atal (exalted, afflicted) and yah (a shortened form of Yahweh, the divine name). The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as Athaliah, who was the only woman to rule as monarch over the ancient kingdoms of Israel and Judah, reigning from approximately 841 to 835 BCE.
Atalia has found renewed interest in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide as an alternative to the more common Natalia. Its ancient Hebrew roots and strong sound appeal to parents seeking names with deep biblical heritage.
Queen Athaliah of Judah was a remarkable and controversial biblical figure, daughter of King Ahab and Queen Jezebel of Israel. She seized power after her son's death and ruled for seven years. Her story is told in 2 Kings 11 and 2 Chronicles 22-23.
Historical Record
Atalia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 922 babies have been named Atalia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Atalia is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,754 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Athaliah was the only woman to rule as sole monarch over ancient Israel or Judah
- Jean Racine wrote a famous French tragedy called Athalie (1691) about Queen Athaliah
- The name is more commonly used in Israel today than in other countries
Atalia in Other Languages
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Atalia
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Athalie
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Atalya
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Athaliah of Judah
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Biblical queen who ruled the Kingdom of Judah (c. 841-835 BCE), the only woman to reign as sole monarch over an Israelit...
Biblical queen who ruled the Kingdom of Judah (c. 841-835 BCE), the only woman to reign as sole monarch over an Israelite kingdom
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Protagonist of Jean Racine's 1691 French tragedy Athalie, one of the masterworks of French classical theater
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #2,754
- Total SSA Count
- 62
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Israeli Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Atali
Tali
Lia
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Timeless choice, Hebrew heritage match, balanced 4-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Atalia
What does the name Atalia mean?
"afflicted by God" (from Hebrew). Atalia (also spelled Athaliah) is an ancient Hebrew name derived from the elements atal (exalted, afflicted) and yah (a shortened form of Yahweh, the divine name). The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as Athaliah, who was the only woman to rule as monarch over the ancient kingdoms of Israel and Judah, reigning from approximately 841 to 835 BCE.
What is the origin of the name Atalia?
Atalia has Hebrew, Israeli, and Spanish origins. In Hebrew, it means "afflicted by God".
Is Atalia a boy or girl name?
Atalia is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Atalia?
Atalia is pronounced aht-AHL-ee-uh.
How popular is the name Atalia?
Atalia is currently ranked #2754 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Atalia?
Common nicknames for Atalia include Atali, Tali, and Lia.
What are good middle names for Atalia?
Popular middle name pairings include Atalia Rose, Atalia Grace, Atalia Sofia, Atalia Maria, and Atalia Elena.
What are good sibling names for Atalia?
Names that pair well with Atalia as siblings include Ariel, Naomi, Miriam, Ezra, and Noah.
How many syllables does Atalia have?
Atalia has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Atalia a common or rare name?
Atalia is an uncommon name, ranked #2754 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Atalia
Atalia is a girl name with Hebrew, Israeli, and Spanish origins . The name means "afflicted by God" in Hebrew .
Atalia is currently ranked #2,754 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Atalia has 4 syllables and is pronounced aht-AHL-ee-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Atalia include Atali, Tali, and Lia. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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