Naythan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAY-than / /ˈneɪθən/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Gift of God; English: Variant of Nathan
Historical & Cultural Background
Naythan is a variant of Nathan, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'he gave' or 'gift of God.' The name Nathan has been used in various cultures and has biblical significance, being the name of a prophet in the Old Testament. Naythan is a modern spelling variation that has emerged in English-speaking countries. It reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings.
Trend Summary
Naythan is a less common variant of Nathan, reflecting a trend towards unique spellings in baby names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nathan
- Nathen
International Variants
- Nathanael (Hebrew)
- Natan (Hebrew)
- Noé (French)
Famous people named Naythan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Naythan was first seen in the United States in 1987. Naythan has ranked as high as #1325 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Naythan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Naythan (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2004 | 42 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2006 | 38 |
| 2007 | 42 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 44 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 11 |