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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: nah-TAH-lee /nəˈtɑːli/
Origin: Latin; Hebrew
Meaning: Latin: 'born on Christmas'; Hebrew: 'God has given'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Natali has its roots in the Latin word "natalis," which means "of birth" or "relating to one's birth." This Latin term evolved into various forms in different languages, including the Old French "Natalie," which was derived from the Latin. The transition into English occurred through the adoption of the name in the 19th century, when it became more widely recognized as a feminine given name, particularly in Christian contexts due to its association with the celebration of the Nativity of Christ.
Historically, the name Natali and its variants have been linked to several notable figures and events. One significant milestone is the use of the name in Christian hagiography, where it is associated with saints, particularly Saint Natalie, a martyr of the early Christian church.
The name also appears in various religious texts and translations, including the Vulgate, the Latin version of the Bible, which was completed in the late 4th century. This connection to early Christian traditions has contributed to the name's enduring presence in various cultures.
Culturally, Natali carries connotations of new beginnings and the celebration of life, reflecting its etymological roots in birth. The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often seen as a symbol of joy and renewal.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Natalie" have emerged, further enriching the name's legacy. The name's historical significance and its ties to themes of birth and celebration have allowed it to maintain a lasting resonance in various cultural contexts.
Famous people named Natali
In this section, you will find notable people named Natali. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Natali who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Natali Portman is an actress best known for Black Swan, V for Vendetta, and Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace.
Natali Morris is a technology journalist best known for her work with CNET, NBC News, and as a tech expert on various media platforms.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Natali was first seen in the United States in 1960.
Natali has ranked as high as #1163 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Natali has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Natali is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Natali was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Natali (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| CA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Natali.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 47 |
| 2023 | 59 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2021 | 56 |
| 2020 | 57 |
| 2019 | 64 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2017 | 53 |
| 2016 | 65 |
| 2015 | 60 |
| 2014 | 88 |
| 2013 | 105 |
| 2012 | 134 |
| 2011 | 141 |
| 2010 | 165 |
| 2009 | 186 |
| 2008 | 211 |
| 2007 | 202 |
| 2006 | 220 |
| 2005 | 219 |
| 2004 | 148 |
| 2003 | 166 |
| 2002 | 148 |
| 2001 | 150 |
| 2000 | 122 |
| 1999 | 118 |
| 1998 | 120 |
| 1997 | 98 |
| 1996 | 105 |
| 1995 | 108 |
| 1994 | 93 |
| 1993 | 91 |
| 1992 | 131 |
| 1991 | 128 |
| 1990 | 129 |
| 1989 | 89 |
| 1988 | 80 |
| 1987 | 62 |
| 1986 | 69 |
| 1985 | 88 |
| 1984 | 68 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |