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Origin: Hungarian

Meaning: Father; Little father

Attila is a masculine name of Hungarian origin meaning “father.” It could also come from the Gothic atta, meaning “father,” which, when combined with a diminutive suffix, means “little father.” This moniker is most often associated with Atilla the Hun, a warrior and nomadic leader who expanded his powerful empire from the Alps to the Caspian Sea in the 5th century. Attila carries a sense of strength, protection, leadership, and honor–all excellent qualities for your little role model to inherit.