Natanael Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnah-tah-NAH-el / nɑːtəˈnɑːɛlHebrew; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: Gift of God; Spanish: Variant of Nathanael
Historical & Cultural Background
Natanael is derived from the Hebrew name Netan'el, which means 'gift of God.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Jewish and Christian contexts. In the New Testament, Nathanael is one of the apostles, which has contributed to the name's popularity in Christian communities. The Spanish variant, Natanael, has gained traction in Spanish-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Natanael has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nathanael
- Natanel
International Variants
- Nathanael (English)
- Natanael (Spanish)
- Nataniel (Portuguese)
- Natanel (Hebrew)
Famous people named Natanael
Natanael Cano is a Mexican singer and songwriter known for popularizing the genre of corridos tumbados.
Natanael Otero is a Brazilian football player who has played for various clubs in Brazil.
Natanael de Oliveira is a Brazilian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Natanael de Souza is a Brazilian politician known for his work in local government.
Fictional characters named Natanael
Natanael is a character in the novel 'The Brothers Karamazov' by Fyodor Dostoevsky, representing a philosophical perspective.
Natanael is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Natanael was first seen in the United States in 1962. Natanael has ranked as high as #1180 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Natanael has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Natanael (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 34 | |
| TX | 26 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 41 |
| 1998 | 53 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 49 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 51 |
| 2003 | 60 |
| 2004 | 54 |
| 2005 | 55 |
| 2006 | 67 |
| 2007 | 59 |
| 2008 | 56 |
| 2009 | 69 |
| 2010 | 64 |
| 2011 | 46 |
| 2012 | 53 |
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2015 | 63 |
| 2016 | 51 |
| 2017 | 53 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 94 |
| 2020 | 176 |
| 2021 | 138 |
| 2022 | 118 |
| 2023 | 116 |
| 2024 | 154 |