Naphtali Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAHF-tah-lee / ˈnæf.tə.liHebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: 'wrestling'; 'to struggle'
Historical & Cultural Background
Naphtali is a name of biblical origin, belonging to one of the twelve tribes of Israel. In the Hebrew Bible, Naphtali was the second son of Jacob and Bilhah. The tribe of Naphtali was known for its warriors and was associated with the region of Galilee. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly among Jewish communities.
Trend Summary
The name Naphtali has remained relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Naftali
International Variants
- Naftali (Hebrew)
Famous people named Naphtali
Naphtali Herz Wessely was a Jewish poet and scholar known for his contributions to Hebrew literature in the 18th century.
Naphtali Ben David was a notable rabbi and Talmudic scholar in the 19th century.
Fictional characters named Naphtali
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Naphtali was first seen in the United States in 1975. Naphtali has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Naphtali has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Naphtali (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 6 |