Greek boy name
Atlas Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Atlas means enduring, bearer (uncertain). From the Greek Atlas, a Titan; the meaning is uncertain, sometimes given as enduring.
Atlas is the name of a Titan in Greek mythology, who was condemned to hold up the sky for eternity as punishment for fighting against Zeus. The meaning of the Greek name is uncertain, though it is often linked with endurance. The word atlas also describes a book of maps, a use that began in the sixteenth century when the cartographer Gerardus Mercator put an image of Atlas on a collection of maps. The name began appearing as a given name only recently, with parents attracted to its mythic strength and its sense of travel and discovery. It is bold, short, and distinctive.
Variants of Atlas
AtlanteAtlantisAtlus
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Atlas mean?
Atlas means "enduring, bearer (uncertain)". From the Greek Atlas, a Titan; the meaning is uncertain, sometimes given as enduring.
How do you pronounce Atlas?
Atlas is pronounced AT-lus.
What is the origin of Atlas?
Atlas is of Greek origin. From the Greek Atlas, a Titan; the meaning is uncertain, sometimes given as enduring.