Nattalie Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: NAT-uh-lee //ˈnæt.ə.li//
Origin: Latin; French
Meaning: Latin: born on Christmas; French: a variant of Natalie
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nattalie is a variant of Natalie, which has its roots in the Latin name "Natalis," meaning "born on the day of Christ's birth" or simply "Christmas Day." The name evolved through the Old French form "Natalie" before being adopted into English. The transition from Latin to Old French occurred during the medieval period, particularly as the Christian tradition began to influence naming conventions across Europe.
The name became associated with the celebration of the Nativity, which further solidified its connection to the Christian faith and its significance in various cultures. Historically, the name Natalie has been borne by several notable figures, including saints.
One of the most recognized is Saint Natalie of Nicomedia, who is venerated in the Christian tradition. Her story, along with that of her husband, is often recounted in hagiographies from the early centuries of Christianity, particularly during the 4th century.
The name gained further prominence through its inclusion in various religious texts and its use in liturgical contexts, particularly in the naming of children born around Christmas. Culturally, the name Natalie has resonated through its associations with themes of rebirth and new beginnings, reflecting the joy and hope of the Christmas season.
This connection has allowed the name to endure across generations, often evoking a sense of warmth and familial love. Diminutive forms such as Nat or Nattie have also emerged, providing affectionate alternatives that maintain the original's essence.
The name's historical and cultural significance has contributed to its lasting appeal in various societies, particularly within Christian communities.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nattalie was first seen in the United States in 1987.
Nattalie has ranked as high as #1386 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Nattalie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Nattalie 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 Nattalie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Nattalie (2001)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
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 Nattalie.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |