Atalaya
Pronunciation: [ aht-ahl-AY-uh ]
Atalaya is a girl baby name. Ranked #9,652 in the US, popular nicknames include Ata, Aty, and Ataie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Atalaya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 235 babies have been named Atalaya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Atalaya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,652 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,652
- Total SSA Count
- 11
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About the Name Atalaya
Atalaya is a girl name .
Atalaya is currently ranked #9,652 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Atalaya include Ata, Aty, Ataie, and Atalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Atalaya 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis