Nat Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNat / nætEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Gift of God; Hebrew: He gave
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nat is often used as a diminutive of Nathan or Nathaniel. It has roots in both English and Hebrew cultures. In Hebrew, it signifies a divine gift, reflecting a common theme in biblical names. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with positive attributes.
Trend Summary
The name Nat has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often peaking in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nathan
- Nathaniel
International Variants
- Natan (Hebrew)
- Nathanael (Greek)
Famous people named Nat
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nat was first seen in the United States in 1880. Nat has ranked as high as #773 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, North Carolina, Louisiana, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Nat has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nat (1971)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 14 |
| 1881 | 14 |
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1883 | 13 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1885 | 15 |
| 1886 | 9 |
| 1887 | 8 |
| 1888 | 12 |
| 1889 | 8 |
| 1890 | 14 |
| 1891 | 12 |
| 1892 | 16 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 18 |
| 1895 | 11 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 15 |
| 1899 | 16 |
| 1900 | 18 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 14 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 12 |
| 1907 | 12 |
| 1908 | 16 |
| 1909 | 16 |
| 1910 | 20 |
| 1911 | 29 |
| 1912 | 49 |
| 1913 | 36 |
| 1914 | 42 |
| 1915 | 61 |
| 1916 | 51 |
| 1917 | 56 |
| 1918 | 48 |
| 1919 | 52 |
| 1920 | 43 |
| 1921 | 40 |
| 1922 | 44 |
| 1923 | 35 |
| 1924 | 38 |
| 1925 | 29 |
| 1926 | 32 |
| 1927 | 36 |
| 1928 | 22 |
| 1929 | 34 |
| 1930 | 31 |
| 1931 | 26 |
| 1932 | 28 |
| 1933 | 21 |
| 1934 | 25 |
| 1935 | 21 |
| 1936 | 20 |
| 1937 | 25 |
| 1938 | 22 |
| 1939 | 22 |
| 1940 | 21 |
| 1941 | 24 |
| 1942 | 24 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 23 |
| 1945 | 17 |
| 1946 | 20 |
| 1947 | 28 |
| 1948 | 22 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 22 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 28 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 34 |
| 1960 | 30 |
| 1961 | 23 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 26 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |