Atreus Name Meaning

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Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Atreus is a figure in Greek mythology, known as the king of Mycenae and father of Agamemnon and Menelaus.

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A Deep Dive

Atreus Overview

Meaning

Fearless, brave

Gender

Boy

Origin

Greek

Etymology

Derived from the Greek “Atreos,” meaning “fearless.”

Pronunciation

/ˈeɪtriəs/

Popularity

Atreus has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the USA. In 2023, Atreus ranked #457 for boys in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

3 (Expressive, Social, Artistic)

Name Styles

Mythological, Unique, Uncommon

Associated Traits

Fearless, brave, strong, charismatic

Name Day

November 20th
A Deep Dive

Atreus Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Atreo, Atreos, Atros, Atreiu, Atreio

Common Nicknames

Trey, Reece, Ace, Ruse, Rett, Tru

Diminutives

Ace, Trey

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Atreus
    (Greek Mythology)
  • Atreus
    ("God of War," Video Game)
  • House Atreus
    ("The Oresteia," Ancient Greek Trilogy)
  • Atreus
    (Marvel Comics)
  • Atreus
    ("Dungeons & Dragons," Book)

What Is the Meaning of Atreus?

Atreus means “fearless” and “brave,” describing a person with remarkable courage and strength.

What Is the Origin of The Name Atreus?

The name Atreus has its roots in Greek mythology. It is derived from the ancient Greek name Ἀτρεύς (Atreus).

Atreus Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Atreus in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#6352021#5842022#4572023
Top 3 Rankings#4572023#5842022#6352021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Atreus

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023457
(+127 from 2022)
670
(+182 from 2022)
0.03659
2022584
(+51 from 2021)
488
(+55 from 2021)
0.02605
2021635
(+107 from 2020)
433
(+106 from 2020)
0.02311
2020742
(+48 from 2019)
327
(+35 from 2019)
0.01768
2019790
(+397 from 2018)
292
(+132 from 2018)
0.01519
20181187
(+7646 from 2017)
160
(+152 from 2017)
0.00823
20178833
(+3250 from 2015)
8
(+3 from 2015)
0.00040
20160
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
201512083
(-1359 from 2013)
5
(-1 from 2013)
0.00024
20140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
201310724
(+1827 from 2008)
6
(+1 from 2008)
0.00030
20120
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0
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0.0000
20110
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0
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0.0000
20100
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0
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0.0000
20090
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0
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0.0000
200812551
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5
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0.00023
20070
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0
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0.0000
20060
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20050
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20030
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20020
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American States Popularity Rankings for Atreus

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#5762021#5682022#4222023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#7282021#6942022#5302023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#4452021#4872022#3812023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#6742021#5562022#5452023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#9902021#7792022#6342023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#5822021#4892022#3992023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#5182021#4152022#3132023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3872021#4122022#3162023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#3912021#3652022#3372023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3472021#3852022#3462023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#5822021#5272022#3372023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#8152021#6892022#3872023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#5872021#5102022#5392023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#6462021#10562022#5932023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#5902021#5102022#5362023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#8342021#5772022#8482023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#6242021#8572022#4262023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2242021#2292022#1742023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#6602021#4522022#3842023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#4072021#5102022#5672023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#3382021#4342022#3522023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#5482021#4612022#2982023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#8132021#5192022#3722023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#7062021#5172022#3872023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#4532021#5742022#3772023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#6522019#7242020#4682023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#6972019#5322021#7002023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#3872022#3272023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#5542019#4252022#3922023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#7032021#4462022#7362023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#6222022#4482023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#8832019#9292021#9212023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3942019#4152022#4072023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#4992021#4962023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#8222022#8242023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1202023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#2922023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#5462023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3362023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2412022

Popularity Rankings for Atreus in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3072022#3482023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#9112020#8022021#8392022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Atreus a Name for Boys or Girls?

Typically, Atreus is used for boys due to its roots in Greek mythology.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Atreus

Atreus in Pop Culture

  • None
  • Atreus (Greek Mythology): A king of Mycenae, father of Agamemnon and Menelaus, central figures in Greek mythology and the Trojan War saga.
  • Atreus ("God of War," 2018 Video Game): A character in the popular video game series "God of War," who is the son of Kratos and a key character in the storyline.
  • House Atreus ("The Oresteia," Ancient Greek Trilogy): The cursed family of King Atreus, prominently featured in Aeschylus' trilogy exploring themes of justice and vengeance.
  • Atreus (2006 Marvel Comics): A character in the Marvel Universe, part of the Olympians in the "Hercules" comics.
  • Atreus (Dungeons & Dragons, 1974 Book): A character in the "Dungeons & Dragons" universe, known for his adventures in various campaigns.
  • None

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