Atlas
Greek boy's name meaning “to endure; bear”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Greek
- Meaning
- to endure; bear
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #112
- Born in 2023
- 3,209
- Peak year
- 2024 (#101)
Meaning & origin
Atlas comes from the Greek Titan who bore the heavens on his shoulders; the name suggests strength and endurance.
Is Atlas a Greek name?
Yes — Atlas is a Greek name meaning "to endure; bear". Atlas comes from the Greek Titan who bore the heavens on his shoulders; the name suggests strength and endurance.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Atlas ranked #112 for boys. It has risen about 668 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.
In 2023, 3,209 US boys were given the name Atlas.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #101 in 2024
“Unranked” means Atlas was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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How to spell Atlas
Atlas is spelled A-T-L-A-S — 5 letters and 2 syllables.
Atlas: frequently asked questions
What does the name Atlas mean?
Atlas is a Greek name meaning "to endure; bear". Atlas comes from the Greek Titan who bore the heavens on his shoulders; the name suggests strength and endurance.
Where does the name Atlas come from?
Atlas is of Greek origin. Atlas comes from the Greek Titan who bore the heavens on his shoulders; the name suggests strength and endurance.
Is Atlas a boy or a girl name?
Atlas is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Atlas?
In 2023, 3,209 US boys were given the name Atlas.
Is Atlas a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Atlas ranked #112 for boys. It has risen about 668 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.
How do you spell Atlas?
Atlas is spelled A-T-L-A-S — 5 letters.
How common is the name Atlas?
In 2023, 3,209 US boys were given the name Atlas. In the latest US data, Atlas ranked #112 for boys. It has risen about 668 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.
Is Atlas a Greek name?
Yes — Atlas is a Greek name meaning "to endure; bear". Atlas comes from the Greek Titan who bore the heavens on his shoulders; the name suggests strength and endurance.
What does Atlas mean in Greek?
In Greek, Atlas means "to endure; bear". Atlas comes from the Greek Titan who bore the heavens on his shoulders; the name suggests strength and endurance.