Atreyu

Atreyu is a fictional name from the novel 'The Neverending Story' by Michael Ende. It was the name of the main character, a young warrior tasked with saving the fantastical world of Fantasia.

The name 'Atreyu' does not have a specific meaning or origin, as it was created by the author for the purposes of the novel. However, it is believed to be inspired by the Sanskrit word 'atri', which means 'devourer' or 'consumer'.

In the novel, Atreyu is a brave and determined young man who embarks on a perilous journey to find a cure for the ailing Childlike Empress and save Fantasia from the Nothing, a force that threatens to consume and destroy the entire magical realm.

The name Atreyu has since become associated with courage, heroism, and adventure, particularly in the realm of fantasy literature and pop culture.

US popularity 2023:100 children

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