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Atreus

Meaning
Traditionally interpreted as fearless
Origin
Greek
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Meaning & origin

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.

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Popularity & trends

How popular is Atreus?

United States · 2025

Explore 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

Boys
Yearly data & usage

Rankings are calculated separately for girls and boys. The summary highlights boys, the most common recorded usage in 2025.

Atreus: United States birth counts and ranks
YearUsageUS rankBirths
2025Boys#582504
2024Boys#492626
2023Boys#457674
2022Boys#582491
2021Boys#635435
2020Boys#742328
2019Boys#790292
2018Boys#1,189160
2017Boys#8,9218
2015Boys#12,2525

Years reflect available birth records. Missing records do not mean zero births.

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