"very swift"
Origin: Old Norse
Language: English
Atla
Pronunciation: [ ATL-uh ]
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A swift sea-goddess name from Norse myth
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Things to Know About This Name
- May be associated with Atle/Atla from Norse mythology as a variant of Attila
The Story of Atla
Atla is an Old Norse feminine name that appears in Norse mythology, possibly related to the Proto-Germanic root meaning year, time, or swift. In Norse mythology, Atla is one of the nine daughters of the sea god Aegir and Ran, each personifying different characteristics of ocean waves.
Atla has seen a rise in interest as parents rediscover Norse and Icelandic mythology names. The name gained modern pop culture attention through the animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender and its spin-off, where the water-bending world echoes Norse themes.
In Icelandic naming tradition, Atla is a genuine historical name recorded in the Old Norse sagas. Icelandic culture places great importance on preserving ancient naming traditions.
Historical Record
Atla first appeared in US Social Security records in 2022.
Over 7 babies have been named Atla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Atla is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #17,555 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Atla is one of nine sea-maidens in Norse mythology, daughters of the ocean god Aegir
- The animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender features a world inspired partly by Norse and Asian mythology
Atla in Other Languages
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #17,555
- Total SSA Count
- 7
- Cultural Origins
- Norse Icelandic Scandinavian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Atla
What does the name Atla mean?
"very swift" (from Old Norse). "year, time" (from Proto-Germanic). Atla is an Old Norse feminine name that appears in Norse mythology, possibly related to the Proto-Germanic root meaning year, time, or swift. In Norse mythology, Atla is one of the nine daughters of the sea god Aegir and Ran, each personifying different characteristics of ocean waves.
What is the origin of the name Atla?
Atla has Old Norse, Proto-Germanic, Norse, Icelandic, and Scandinavian origins. In Old Norse, it means "very swift". In Proto-Germanic, it means "year, time".
Is Atla a boy or girl name?
Atla is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Atla?
Atla is pronounced ATL-uh.
How popular is the name Atla?
Atla is currently ranked #17555 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Atla?
Popular middle name pairings include Atla Rose, Atla Soleil, Atla Mae, Atla Sigrid, and Atla Bjorn.
What are good sibling names for Atla?
Names that pair well with Atla as siblings include Signe, Astrid, Bjorn, Freya, and Runa.
How many syllables does Atla have?
Atla has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Atla a common or rare name?
Atla is an uncommon name, ranked #17555 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Atla
Atla is a girl name with Norse, Icelandic, and Scandinavian origins . The name means "very swift" in Old Norse .
Atla is currently ranked #17,555 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Atla has 2 syllables and is pronounced ATL-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Atla include Atlas, Atley, Atlee . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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