Find out how popular the first name Atlan has been for the last 6 years (from 2019 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Atlan by gender

Based on the last 6 years of data, Atlan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 13 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Atlan.

The history of the first name Atlan

The name Atlan is thought to have originated from the ancient Nahuatl language, spoken by various groups of indigenous peoples in central Mexico and surrounding areas. It is believed to be derived from the Nahuatl word "atl," meaning "water." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals born near bodies of water or to those who had a connection to water-related activities or traditions.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Atlan can be found in the Codex Mendoza, a 16th-century Aztec codex that documented the history and culture of the Aztec people. In this codex, Atlan is mentioned as the name of a ruler or leader from the ancient city of Culhuacan, located in what is now Mexico City. However, the exact details about this individual's life and reign are scarce.

In Aztec mythology, Atlan is also the name of one of the four sons of the primordial couple, Tonacatecuhtli and Tonacacihuatl. According to the myths, Atlan and his brothers were responsible for creating the first humans from the bones of the previous race of giants who had been destroyed by the gods.

Historically, Atlan has been a relatively uncommon name, but there are a few notable figures who have borne it. One of the earliest is Atlan ibn Marwan (653-691 CE), a Umayyad prince and military commander who played a significant role in the early Muslim conquests of North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula.

Another notable Atlan was Atlan the Assyrian (6th century BCE), a philosopher and mathematician who is credited with developing the concept of the atom and the idea of a spherical Earth. His works were highly influential in the ancient Greek world and were later translated into Arabic, helping to spread his ideas throughout the Middle East and beyond.

In more recent history, Atlan was the name of a fictional character in the German science fiction series "Perry Rhodan," which began in 1961. Atlan was an immortal alien from the planet Arkon, and his character played a significant role in the series' storyline and helped popularize the name among German-speaking audiences.

Other notable individuals named Atlan include Atlan Khasiev (1927-2000), a Soviet and Russian writer and poet who was known for his works in the Ossetian language, and Atlan Matabier (born 1989), a French professional footballer who has played for several clubs in France and Belgium.

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