God is exalted
Atalia is a variant of the Hebrew name Athaliah, meaning 'God is exalted' or 'the Lord is mighty.' In the Old Testament, Athaliah was a queen of Judah, though the modern spelling Atalia is often chosen for its softer, more melodic sound.
About 66 girls were named Atalia in 2025.
A character in the opera 'Athalia' by Handel · Athalia
Professor of Religion, Ethics, and Peace Studies
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
