Atari, an innovative name of Japanese origin, translates to "appropriate timing" or "hit the target." The name gained significant prominence in Western culture due to its association with the iconic video game console company, Atari Inc., founded in 1972.
The name Atari experienced a surge in popularity during the early 1980s, with a total of 30 babies named Atari between 1980 and 1982. However, its usage has been sporadic since then, with only occasional appearances from 2006 onwards, culminating in another 5 births in 2023. Overall, there have been 53 children named Atari over the years.