Rising since 2021, #3,036 for boys today.
Popularity of Atlus since 2021
Babies named Atlus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2020s | 126 |
Meaning & origin
Atlus is a modern American invention, first appearing on the U.S. Social Security list in 2021. By 2025 it had reached rank 3,036, with about 1 in 42,702 baby boys receiving the name. Its peak year so far is 2025, and its trajectory has been consistently rising since 2021. The name is most popular in Texas, reflecting the state's openness to creative, modern naming styles. Atlus lacks historical depth but fits well with the trend of short, strong-sounding names ending in -us.
Atlus is a contemporary coinage, first recorded in the United States in 2021. It appears to be a variant or respelling of Atlas, the Titan from Greek mythology who held up the heavens, but the -us ending gives it a distinct, trendy sound. As a modern invention, it lacks a long historical etymology and is used primarily for its aesthetic appeal.
Where Atlus is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Atty
Sibling names for Atlus
Names that share Atlus's style, for a brother or sister.
