"to carry, to endure"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Atlas
Pronunciation: [ ATL-uhs ]
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The strength to carry worlds — a mythic name for a mighty girl
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"the one who holds up the heavens"
Origin: Greek mythology
Language: English
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The Story of Atlas
Atlas comes from the Greek Titan of mythology, whose name derives from the proto-Greek root meaning 'to carry' or 'to endure.' In Greek mythology, Atlas was condemned by Zeus to hold up the celestial heavens on his shoulders for eternity — a punishment for leading the Titans against the Olympians. His association with maps and geography came later, when Renaissance cartographers began placing images of Atlas holding the world on the frontispieces of map books, eventually leading to the word 'atlas' for a book of maps. As a girl's name, Atlas carries an extraordinary sense of strength and capacity.
Atlas has been rising rapidly as a given name for both boys and girls in the United States through the 2010s and 2020s. The mythological name trend (Orion, Athena, Titan, Phoenix) has driven much of this growth. Atlas is particularly notable as a gender-neutral name that has been embraced for girls, with high-profile parents including Shay Mitchell choosing it for their daughters.
Atlas represents endurance, strength, and the capacity to bear great burdens — qualities many parents wish to impart to their children. The name also evokes exploration and world-spanning ambition. Shay Mitchell and Matte Babel named their daughter Atlas in 2019, significantly boosting the name's visibility for girls.
Historical Record
Atlas first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 1,092 babies have been named Atlas in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Atlas is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #1,422 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The word 'atlas' for a book of maps comes from the image of Atlas holding the world that appeared in early map collections
- Shay Mitchell named her daughter Atlas in 2019, significantly raising the name's profile for girls
- In Greek mythology, Atlas was the brother of Prometheus — both were Titans punished by Zeus for their rebellion
Atlas in Other Languages
Greek
Ἄτλας
French
Atlas
German
Atlas
Italian
Atlante
Spanish
Atlas
Japanese
アトラス
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#1,422
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,422
- Total SSA Count
- 157
- Cultural Origins
- American English European
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Atty
Ali
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Frequently Asked Questions About Atlas
What does the name Atlas mean?
"to carry, to endure" (from Greek). "the one who holds up the heavens" (from Greek mythology). Atlas comes from the Greek Titan of mythology, whose name derives from the proto-Greek root meaning 'to carry' or 'to endure.' In Greek mythology, Atlas was condemned by Zeus to hold up the celestial heavens on his shoulders for eternity — a punishment for leading the Titans against the Olympians. His association with maps and geography came later, when Renaissance cartographers began placing images of Atlas holding the world on the frontispieces of map books, eventually leading to the word 'atlas' for a book of maps. As a girl's name, Atlas carries an extraordinary sense of strength and capacity.
What is the origin of the name Atlas?
Atlas has Greek, Greek mythology, American, English, and European origins. In Greek, it means "to carry, to endure". In Greek mythology, it means "the one who holds up the heavens".
Is Atlas a boy or girl name?
Atlas is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1422. As a boy name, it is ranked #101. Atlas is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Atlas?
Atlas is pronounced ATL-uhs.
How popular is the name Atlas?
Atlas is currently ranked #1422 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Atlas?
Common nicknames for Atlas include Atty and Ali.
What are good middle names for Atlas?
Popular middle name pairings include Atlas Grace, Atlas Marie, Atlas Rose, Atlas Jade, Atlas Blue, Atlas Eve, and Atlas Skye.
What are good sibling names for Atlas?
Names that pair well with Atlas as siblings include Orion, Titan, Cassius, Phoenix, Nova, Lyra, and Sienna.
How many syllables does Atlas have?
Atlas has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Atlas a common or rare name?
Atlas is an uncommon name, ranked #1422 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Atlas
Atlas is a girl name with American, English, and European origins . The name means "to carry, to endure" in Greek .
Is Atlas a boy or girl name? Atlas is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,422 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #101. Atlas is more commonly used as a boy name.
Atlas is currently ranked #1,422 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Atlas has 2 syllables and is pronounced ATL-uhs, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Atlas include Atty and Ali. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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