Atum, an ancient Egyptian deity, is often revered as the first god of creation and the primordial god of the Ennead, a group of nine deities. Translated to mean 'complete' or 'finished,' Atum signifies self-creation from nothingness. In the Heliopolitan mythos, he emerged spontaneously from the primordial waters (Nu) and the infinite space (Apert), marking the beginning of existence. As a creator god, Atum brought forth Shu (god of air/light) and Tefnut (goddess of moisture/water) by spitting or sneezing them out, initiating the cycle of creation and life.
The name Atum experienced a notable drop in popularity between 2019 and 2020, with only five births registered in the latter year compared to six in the former. However, it rebounded significantly in 2022, with eight births recorded. In total, there were nineteen babies named Atum born over these three years.