Boy
Greek
2 syllables
Atlas
AT-ləs
/ˈætləs/
"The one who endures" — a name of mythic strength, worldly vision, and extraordinary resolve
Atlas is the name of the Titan from Greek mythology condemned to hold up the heavens for eternity, a figure of immense strength and cosmic responsibility. Once purely mythological, Atlas has become one of the most striking modern boy names, appealing to parents drawn to its themes of endurance, worldliness, and grandeur. Its associations with maps, exploration, and the weight of the world give it an intellectual and adventurous edge that few names can match.
Quick Facts
Letters5
SyllablesAt · las
GenderBoy
OriginGreek
Root WordAtlao
MeaningTo carry, endure
PopularityPopular
Peak Year2023
Trend
↑ Rising
Nicknames
AttieAce
About the Name Atlas
Atlas means 'to carry' or 'to endure' from the Greek atlao. In mythology, Atlas was the Titan who held up the heavens, making the name synonymous with extraordinary strength and cosmic endurance.
Atlas is one of the fastest-rising names in the US, now ranking in the top 150. It has surged in popularity over the past decade as parents seek powerful, mythological names for boys.
Atlas suggests immense strength, resilience, and intellectual ambition. Those with this name are often seen as natural leaders with a global perspective, capable of shouldering great responsibility.
Strong and short middles work beautifully: Atlas James, Atlas Bear, Atlas Orion, or Atlas Reed. Single-syllable names emphasize Atlas's powerful sound.
Atlas comes from ancient Greek mythology, where it was the name of the Titan who supported the heavens. The name later became associated with maps and globes through Renaissance cartography.
Attie and Ace are occasional nicknames for Atlas. However, many parents choose Atlas precisely for its strong, punchy sound and prefer to use it in full without shortening.
Personality of Atlas
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Atlas
Creativity
78%
Elegance
78%
Independence
92%
Intelligence
90%
Strength
98%
Warmth
65%
Famous People Named Atlas
A
Atlas (Greek Titan)
The Titan of Greek mythology condemned by Zeus to hold up the sky, a symbol of immense strength and endurance
A
Atlas Sound
Solo project of Bradford Cox of the indie rock band Deerhunter, known for hazy, experimental music
A
Atlas Shrugged
The famous novel by Ayn Rand, whose title references the mythological figure and themes of individual strength
A
Atlas (SpaceX rocket)
Name used by several historic rocket and spacecraft programs, symbolizing human reach into the cosmos
Middle Names for Atlas
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Atlas
Atlas James
Atlas Bear
Atlas Orion
Atlas Silas
Atlas Archer
Atlas Reed
Atlas Cole
Atlas Stone
Atlas Blaze
Atlas Nash
Atlas Fox
Atlas Grey
Names Similar to Atlas
Similar Sound
Similar Meaning
Sibling Name Ideas
History of Atlas
c. 700 BCE
Hesiod describes Atlas in the Theogony as the Titan holding up the heavens at the edge of the world
1570 CE
Gerardus Mercator uses 'Atlas' as the title of his groundbreaking collection of maps, creating the modern meaning
1957
The US military names its first intercontinental ballistic missile Atlas, linking the name to space-age ambition
1957
Ayn Rand publishes Atlas Shrugged, bringing philosophical dimensions to the name's cultural presence
2015–present
Atlas surges in popularity, entering the US top 150 as parents embrace mythological and powerful names
Numerology & Symbolism of Atlas
8
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
2
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Capricorn
8
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Deep Navy
💎
Lucky Stone
Onyx
🌸
Lucky Flower
Black-eyed Susan
Atlas Around the World
How Atlas is written in different languages and scripts
أطلس
Arabic
アトラス
Japanese
Атлас
Russian
아틀라스
Korean
阿特拉斯
Chinese
Άτλας
Greek
एटलस
Hindi
אטלס
Hebrew
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