A gift or present
Derived from the Arabic root 'ata', this name signifies a gift or something bestowed by God. It is a name that conveys gratitude and is often chosen to represent the child as a precious blessing to the family. While rare in the United States, it carries a deep spiritual resonance in many cultures.
Less common today
Atiyah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,456 in 2001.
Libyan-born official and writer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
