Nathasha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: nah-TAH-sha /nəˈtɑːʃə/
Origin: Slavic; Hebrew
Meaning: Slavic: birthday; Hebrew: God's gift
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nathasha is derived from the Hebrew name "Natan" meaning "to give". This root evolved through various linguistic stages, transitioning into the Greek form "Natanael" and subsequently into Latin as "Nathanael".
The name made its way into Old French as "Nathalie", which later influenced the modern form "Nathasha" in English. The name is often associated with the Christian tradition, particularly through its connection to the biblical figure Nathanael, one of the apostles mentioned in the New Testament, who is recognized for his faith and dedication to Jesus Christ.
Historically, the name has been borne by various saints, notably Saint Nathanael, who is celebrated in the Christian liturgical calendar. The name gained prominence through the Latin Vulgate translation of the Bible in the 4th century, which helped disseminate biblical names throughout Europe.
During the Middle Ages, the name was further popularized by its association with the feast of Saint Nathanael, celebrated on August 24th, solidifying its place in Christian tradition. Culturally, Nathasha and its variants have often been linked to themes of grace and divine gift, reflecting its etymological roots.
The name has been embraced in various cultures, often associated with positive attributes such as kindness and generosity. Diminutive forms like "Natasha" have emerged, which also carry similar connotations and have been used in literature and art, enhancing the name's cultural resonance.
Overall, Nathasha encapsulates a rich historical and linguistic journey, reflecting both its biblical origins and its enduring significance in various cultural contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nathasha was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Nathasha has ranked as high as #5561 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Nathasha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Nathasha 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 Nathasha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Nathasha.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 6 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | 10 | 10 |
| 2010 | 7 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 | 5 |
| 1998 | 8 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 | 5 |
| 1996 | 9 | 9 |
| 1995 | 11 | 11 |
| 1994 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 14 | 14 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 | 8 |
| 1990 | 11 | 11 |
| 1989 | 7 | 7 |
| 1988 | 16 | 16 |
| 1987 | 11 | 11 |
| 1986 | 24 | 24 |
| 1985 | 8 | 8 |
| 1984 | 12 | 12 |
| 1983 | 11 | 11 |
| 1982 | 11 | 11 |
| 1981 | 8 | 8 |
| 1980 | 8 | 8 |
| 1979 | 11 | 11 |
| 1978 | 8 | 8 |
| 1977 | 10 | 10 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Nathasha (1993)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |