Ata
- Pronunciation
- [A-ta]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- A Ghana Name For A Twin.
- Origin
- African
Ata Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 306 baby boys have been named Ata. The name peaked in 2018 with 18 US births that year (rank #5120). In 2024, ranked #8354 nationally — 3,234 places below its 2018 peak.
Other African-Origin Names Like Ata
If you like Ata's African origin, consider these related names: Aamori, Abasi, Abayomi, Abba, Abdalla. Browse all African names →
3-Letter Names Starting with A
Names with Ata's exact length and starting letter: Ace, Ada, Ade, Adi, Ady.
Quick Facts About Ata
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