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Atlas
Gender: Boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Titan, to carry
Popularity: #112
Atlas Meaning and Origin
The name Atlas is a boy’s name meaning “titan, to carry” and is of Greek origin. In Greek Mythology, Atlas was a Titan who bore the weight of the heavens on his shoulders, a punishment bestowed on him by Zeus. An atlas is also a book of maps, named after the mythological figure who was believed to hold up the world. Atlas is also the name of a moon of Saturn. Atlas is a name that has been increasing in popularity in recent years. Some famous people have named their children Atlas, including actress Anne Hathaway and actor Josh Duhamel.
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