Rising since 1987, #2,542 for girls today.
Popularity of Atarah since 1975
Babies named Atarah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 22 |
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 57 |
| 2010s | 523 |
| 2020s | 316 |
Meaning & origin
Atarah is a Hebrew name meaning 'crown,' first recorded in U.S. births in 1975. Its usage has been rising steadily since 1987, a trajectory that continues through 2025. The name reached its peak popularity in 2018. It remains relatively rare, with an estimated 1 in 23,294 newborn girls receiving the name in 2025. Top states for Atarah include Massachusetts, North Carolina, and Georgia, suggesting a dispersed but notable presence. As a biblical name with a clear meaning, Atarah appeals to parents seeking a name with cultural and religious resonance without being overly common.
Atarah is a Hebrew name meaning 'crown' or 'wreath,' derived from the Hebrew root 'atar (to crown). It appears in the Hebrew Bible as a personal name for a woman of the tribe of Judah (1 Chronicles 2:26). The name has been used among Jewish communities historically and gained modest use in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century.
Where Atarah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Atarah” around the world
Where Atarah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ata, Tara, Ari
Sibling names for Atarah
Names that share Atarah's style, for a brother or sister.
