Aton is a variant of Aten, the name of an ancient Egyptian sun god. Aten was depicted as a solar disk with rays ending in hands, and his worship became the center of a monotheistic religious revolution during the 14th-century BC reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten. Akhenaten, originally named Amenhotep IV, changed his name to honor Aten and established a new capital at Akhetaten (modern Amarna). After his death, traditional polytheistic worship was restored. The spelling "Aton" is a less common transliteration of the Egyptian word jtn, which means "solar disk." It is primarily used as a given name in modern contexts, sometimes chosen for its historical and religious significance. The variant spelling may reflect phonetic adaptation in different languages. Notable Bearers and Usage While the name Aton does not appear frequently in historical records as a personal name of pharaohs or other notable figures, its root Aten is associated with the Amarna period. In modern times, the name has been used in various cultural works, including literatue and games, symbolizing solar power or ancient Egyptian mystique. According to the 2010 United States Census, "Aton" also appears as a surname, primarily among White and Asian/Pacific Islander individuals. Meaning: Solar disk Origin: Egyptian Type: First name Usage regions: Global (modern)