Atreus
- Meaning
- Traditionally interpreted as fearless
- Origin
- Greek
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What does Atreus mean?
Atreus means “Traditionally interpreted as fearless”.
Atreus is a name from Greek mythology, traditionally explained as “fearless,” although the ancient derivation is not completely secure. In the myths, Atreus is a king of Mycenae and the father of Agamemnon and Menelaus. His family’s stories involve violence and conflict, so the mythological reference is more complex than the appealing meaning alone suggests.
The God of War games provide a separate modern association with a character named Atreus. Families may encounter different pronunciations through the games and through classical references. If mythology is the main attraction, reading a little about the original character can help distinguish the ancient story from the later fictional use.
Nicknames & variations
No nicknames or variations are listed for Atreus yet.
How popular is Atreus?
United States · 2025Explore how often Atreus is used and how its ranking has changed.
- US boys rank
- #582 2025 · #1 is most popular
- Boys named Atreus
- 504 Recorded births in 2025
- Change in births
- 19.5% Fewer than 2024
Atreus over time
United States · Boys
Recorded births
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Yearly data & usage
Rankings are calculated separately for girls and boys. The summary highlights boys, the most common recorded usage in 2025.
| Year | Usage | US rank | Births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Boys | #582 | 504 |
| 2024 | Boys | #492 | 626 |
| 2023 | Boys | #457 | 674 |
| 2022 | Boys | #582 | 491 |
| 2021 | Boys | #635 | 435 |
| 2020 | Boys | #742 | 328 |
| 2019 | Boys | #790 | 292 |
| 2018 | Boys | #1,189 | 160 |
| 2017 | Boys | #8,921 | 8 |
| 2015 | Boys | #12,252 | 5 |
Years reflect available birth records. Missing records do not mean zero births.
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