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Atlanta is a modern, feminine first name that has established itself as a short form of the ancient Greek name Atalante. Literally translated, it means 'the Balanced'.
What does the name Atlanta mean?
The name Atlanta, a modern English short form of the ancient Greek Atalante, carries the meaning 'the Balanced'. Its origins trace back to the ancient Greek term atalantē (Ἀταλάντη), which means 'balanced' or 'equilibrium'. In Greek mythology, Atalanta is the daughter of Iasus and an agile heroine who participated in the Calydonian boar hunt. Although her father sought a suitor for her, Atalanta was not interested and only stipulated that her suitors must surpass her in a race to win her. The name Atlanta is also borne by the capital of the U.S. state of Georgia. Variants include Atalanta, Atlante, and Atlanta.
Where does the name Atlanta come from?
The origin of the name Atlanta lies in ancient Greek, where it means 'the Balanced'. The ancient Greek word component atalantē (Ἀταλάντη) stands for 'balanced' or 'equilibrium'. It is prevalent in Old English and English.
How do you pronounce Atlanta?
The pronunciation of Atlanta is three syllables and has a distinctive rhythm. In German, the name is typically pronounced as 'At-lan-ta' [atˈlantɑ], starting with a short and crisp 'At'. The stressed middle syllable '-lan-' gives the name dynamism. The open 'ta' at the end provides a clear and confident conclusion. This makes Atlanta sound strong and present – rhythmically and sonically impressive.
Popularity
In Germany, Atlanta is a relatively common first name and currently ranks 4,045th on the list of the most popular female first names. The name achieved its best ranking in 2010 at 2,348th place. In the last ten years, Atlanta has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it at 6,571st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Atlanta is ranked 6,014th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ana / Ati / Atta / Lanta / Lanti
Famous people
- Atlanta Bliss (American musician)
- Atlanta Nagendra (Indian film director)
- Atlanta of Troy (daughter of Helen and Paris in the book 'Divinely In Love')
Frequently asked questions about the name Atlanta
What does the name Atlanta mean?
The name Atlanta means 'the Balanced' and has its roots in the ancient Greek term atalantē, which stands for 'balanced' or 'equilibrium'.
Where does the name Atlanta come from?
Atlanta comes from ancient Greek and is a modern short form of the name Atalante, which appears in Greek mythology.
How popular is the name Atlanta?
The name Atlanta is gaining popularity, especially in the USA, where it also refers to the capital of the state of Georgia.