Atara
Fact sheet
- Name
- Atara
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Atara is a female first name of biblical origin and means 'ǎtārāh (עֲטָרָה)' in Hebrew, which translates to 'the crown'. In the Bible, Atara is mentioned as the wife of Jerachmeel and the mother of Onam.
What does the name Atara mean?
The first name Atara has its roots in the Bible and translates from Hebrew 'ǎtārāh (עֲטָרָה)' as 'the crown'. Atara is particularly found in the Old Testament. In Israel, the name is widely used, while in English-speaking areas, it also appears in the spelling Atarah.
Where does the name Atara come from?
The origin of the name Atara is ancient Hebrew and means 'the crown'. The term is derived from the Hebrew 'ǎtārāh (עֲטָרָה)'. It can be encountered in Biblical Hebrew, Israeli, and Jewish languages.
How do you pronounce Atara?
The pronunciation of Atara is soft and rhythmic, consisting of three syllables. The name is pronounced as 'A-ta-ra' [aˈtaːʁa], starting with an open 'A' that conveys a sense of spaciousness. The stressed middle syllable with the elongated 'a' gives the sound warmth. The rolling or breathy 'r' adds a slight tension before the open ending. Thus, Atara appears feminine, melodic, and present – smooth in flow and clear in articulation.
Popularity
In Germany, Atara ranks among the common first names and currently holds the 4,045th place in the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2022 with the 2,000th position. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 40 times, placing it at 4,320th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Atara is ranked 5,037th.
Nicknames & pet names
Atari / Ati / Tara
Famous people
- Atara Marmor (historian from France)
Frequently asked questions about the name Atara
What is the origin of the name Atara?
The name Atara has its roots in ancient Hebrew and means 'the crown'. It comes from the Hebrew term 'ǎtārāh (עֲטָרָה)' and can be found in biblical and modern Hebrew contexts.
What does the name Atara mean?
Atara means 'the crown'. This meaning is closely associated with biblical traditions in which the name frequently appears.
How popular is the name Atara?
In Israel, Atara is a widely used name. In English-speaking areas, it is also used in the spelling Atarah, but is less common.