Atousa
Fact sheet
- Name
- Atousa
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Atousa (آتوسا) represents a modern Persian variant of the name Atossa. Translated, the name means 'the Good Giver.'
What does the name Atousa mean?
Atousa (آتوسا) is a contemporary Persian form of Atossa. The direct translation is 'the Good Giver.' The origin of the name can be found in Old Persian, derived from Utautha (𐎢𐎫𐎢𐎰), which means 'to grant well.' This name consists of the elements *hu for 'good' and *tauθa for 'richly gifted.' Atousa was the daughter of Kourosh, the powerful ruler of Persia.
Where does the name Atousa come from?
The name Atousa has its roots in Old Persian and means 'the Good Giver.'
How do you pronounce Atousa?
The pronunciation of Atousa is three syllables and rich in vowels. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'A-tou-sa' [aˈtuːza]. It begins with an open 'A' that conveys a wide sound. The stressed middle syllable '-tou-' gives a deeper, rounder tone with the long 'u.' The voiced 's' before the open 'a' provides a lively finish. Atousa sounds melodic and distinctive - smooth in flow and sonically present.
Popularity
In Germany, Atousa is among the common first names. The name currently ranks 4,045th on the list of the most popular female baby names. In the last ten years, Atousa has been given as a first name around 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 8,112th.
Famous people
- Atousa Pourkashiyan (American chess player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Atousa
What is the origin of the name Atousa?
Atousa has its roots in Old Persian and is a modern form of the name Atossa.
What does the name Atousa mean?
The name Atousa means 'the Good Giver' and consists of the elements for 'good' and 'richly gifted.'
How popular is the name Atousa?
Atousa is a rather rare name but is increasingly gaining popularity, especially in modern, international contexts.