Atara is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "crown" or "princess". It is derived from the word "atarah", which translates to "crown" in Hebrew. The name Atara has been popular among Jewish families for generations and has gained popularity worldwide in recent years.
In the Bible, there is no direct mention of a person named Atara. However, it is believed that the name was likely used by ancient Israelites as a nickname or title for royal women or those considered to be of high status.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Atara. One famous example is Atara Amram, an Israeli politician and former minister of immigration absorption who served in the Knesset from 1981 until her death in 2006.
Today, Atara remains a popular choice for parents seeking a unique yet meaningful name for their daughters. It has been ranked among the top 1000 names for girls born in the United States since the late 20th century and continues to gain popularity worldwide. Despite its growing recognition, Atara still retains an air of rarity and originality, making it an appealing choice for those looking for a name that is both distinctive and significant.
The name Atara has seen a varied trend of popularity over the past five decades in the United States, according to the statistics provided.
In the early 1970s, the number of babies named Atara was relatively low, with only 11 births recorded in 1971. This number decreased further to just 5 births in 1972. However, there was a slight increase in popularity over the next few years, with 7 births each in 1974 and 1976, and 6 births in both 1975 and 1980.
The late 1970s to early 1980s saw a more significant rise in the popularity of the name Atara. There were 9 births in both 1979 and 1981, followed by 8 births each in 1982 and 1984. The year 1983 marked a notable peak with 18 babies named Atara.
The trend continued to rise throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, with a significant jump from 15 births in 1985 to 23 births in 1989. This upward trend continued into the next decade, reaching its peak in recent years.
From 1999 onwards, there has been a consistent increase in the number of babies named Atara each year. The most notable increases were from 26 births in 2001 to 40 births in 2008, and from 30 births in both 2010 and 2011 to 55 births in 2018.
The latest data shows a slight decrease from the peak in 2018 but still remains high with 46 births recorded in 2022. Over the entire period, there have been a total of 1136 babies named Atara born in the United States.