"garland, wreath of honor"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Atarah
Girl Name
#2,804 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
A Hebrew Biblical gem meaning 'crown' — regal and rare
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Meaning & Origin
The Story of Atarah
Atarah (עֲטָרָה) is a Hebrew name meaning 'crown' or 'diadem' — the jeweled headpiece worn by royalty and high priests. In the Hebrew Bible, Atarah appears as the wife of Jerahmeel and mother of Onam in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles 2:26. The name evokes royalty, honor, and the idea that the bearer is precious and crowned. It is related to the Hebrew word for a wreath or garland worn in celebration.
Atarah has been used in Jewish communities for centuries, with its roots in the Hebrew Bible giving it solid traditional standing. It has seen a modest revival among Jewish families seeking Hebrew names that are biblical, meaningful, and yet relatively uncommon compared to more popular Hebrew names like Miriam or Rachel.
In Jewish tradition, crowns (atarot, plural) have deep symbolic meaning — the Torah is referred to as a crown, and crowning imagery appears throughout Jewish liturgy and mysticism. The Atarah (crown-shaped collar) on a tallit (prayer shawl) takes its name from this Hebrew word. Naming a daughter Atarah connects her to this rich tapestry of Jewish religious symbolism.
Fun Facts
- Atarah appears in the Hebrew Bible as a proper name in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles
- The atarah (crown collar) on a Jewish prayer shawl (tallit) takes its name from this word
- Atarot (plural of atarah) refers to the crowns placed on Torah scrolls in synagogue tradition
Atarah in Other Languages
Hebrew
עֲטָרָה
English
Atarah
Russian
Атара
Spanish
Atarah
Yiddish
Atara
Famous People Named Atarah
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Atarah Ben-Tovim
Musician
1941
Israeli flutist and founder of the Israeli Philharmonic's Young Audiences series
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Atarah (Biblical)
Religious
Wife of Jerahmeel mentioned in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles 2:26 in the Hebrew Bible
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,804
- Total SSA Count
- 60
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Israeli Biblical Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Tara
Ata
Pairs Well With
Atarah Ruth
Atarah Miriam
Atarah Naomi
Atarah Grace
Atarah Rachel
Atarah Leah
Atarah Deborah
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Frequently Asked Questions About Atarah
What does the name Atarah mean?
"garland, wreath of honor" (from Hebrew). Atarah (עֲטָרָה) is a Hebrew name meaning 'crown' or 'diadem' — the jeweled headpiece worn by royalty and high priests. In the Hebrew Bible, Atarah appears as the wife of Jerahmeel and mother of Onam in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles 2:26. The name evokes royalty, honor, and the idea that the bearer is precious and crowned. It is related to the Hebrew word for a wreath or garland worn in celebration.
What is the origin of the name Atarah?
Atarah has Hebrew, Jewish, Israeli, and Biblical origins. In Hebrew, it means "garland, wreath of honor".
Is Atarah a boy or girl name?
Atarah is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Atarah?
Atarah is currently ranked #2804 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Atarah?
Common nicknames for Atarah include Tara and Ata.
What are good middle names for Atarah?
Popular middle name pairings include Atarah Ruth, Atarah Miriam, Atarah Naomi, Atarah Grace, Atarah Rachel, Atarah Leah, and Atarah Deborah.
What are good sibling names for Atarah?
Names that pair well with Atarah as siblings include Eliana, Tzvi, Avigail, Noam, Rivka, Yosef, and Talia.
How many syllables does Atarah have?
Atarah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Atarah a common or rare name?
Atarah is an uncommon name, ranked #2804 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Atarah
Atarah is a girl name with Jewish, Israeli, Biblical, and Hebrew origins . The name means "garland, wreath of honor" in Hebrew .
Atarah is currently ranked #2,804 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Atarah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Atarah include Tara and Ata. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Atarah include Atara . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.