Atlas: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced AT-lus · 2 syllables
Atlas means “to endure; the Titan who holds up the sky”, from Greek.
Borrowed from Latin Atlas or from Ancient Greek (Atlas), from the name of the mythological figure (Atlas, “Bearer (of the Heavens)”).
- Meaning
- to endure; the Titan who holds up the sky
- Origin
- Greek
- Pronunciation
- AT-lus
- US rank (2025)
- #75
- US babies a year
- about 3,469 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising, Mythic
How popular is Atlas?
Atlas was the #75 name in the US in 2025, given to 4,558 babies. It’s rising: up 986% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #75 |
| England & Wales | #366 |
| Scotland | #426 |
| Ireland | #318 |
| France | #910 |
| Canada | #139 |
| Australia | #118 |
How old are people named Atlas?
Half of US adults named Atlas are older than 33; most are between 18 and 84. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Atlas
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Questions about Atlas
What does the name Atlas mean?
Atlas means “to endure; the Titan who holds up the sky”. It comes from Greek.
How do you pronounce Atlas?
Atlas is pronounced AT-lus.
How popular is the name Atlas?
Atlas was the #75 name in the US in 2025, given to 4,558 babies. It’s rising: up 986% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Atlas?
Half of US adults named Atlas are older than 33. Most are between 18 and 84.