Nate Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAYT / /neɪt/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Gift of God; English: Diminutive of Nathan
Historical & Cultural Background
Nate is often used as a diminutive of Nathan, which has roots in Hebrew culture. The name Nathan appears in the Bible as a prophet during King David's reign. Nate has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a standalone name. It reflects a trend of using shorter, more casual names in modern naming practices.
Trend Summary
Nate has seen a steady popularity in the U.S., particularly as a casual and approachable name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nathan
- Nate
International Variants
- Natan (Hebrew)
- Nathanael (Greek)
Famous people named Nate
Nate Berkus is an American interior designer and television personality known for his work on home design.
Nate Robinson is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA and is known for his athleticism.
Nate Diaz is an American mixed martial artist known for his career in the UFC.
Nate Silver is an American statistician and writer known for his work in political forecasting.
Fictional characters named Nate
Nate Archibald is a character from the television series 'Gossip Girl,' known for his charm and complicated relationships.
Nate the Great is a character in a children's book series by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat, known for his detective skills.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nate was first seen in the United States in 1880. Nate has ranked as high as #1207 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Nate has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nate (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 17 | |
| CA | 17 | |
| NY | 15 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 14 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 26 |
| 1959 | 41 |
| 1960 | 40 |
| 1961 | 42 |
| 1962 | 30 |
| 1963 | 24 |
| 1964 | 23 |
| 1965 | 25 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1967 | 26 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 29 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 25 |
| 1972 | 31 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 44 |
| 1975 | 30 |
| 1976 | 49 |
| 1977 | 37 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 29 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 43 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 45 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 57 |
| 1999 | 54 |
| 2000 | 54 |
| 2001 | 78 |
| 2002 | 91 |
| 2003 | 89 |
| 2004 | 116 |
| 2005 | 141 |
| 2006 | 150 |
| 2007 | 181 |
| 2008 | 137 |
| 2009 | 126 |
| 2010 | 137 |
| 2011 | 132 |
| 2012 | 108 |
| 2013 | 113 |
| 2014 | 104 |
| 2015 | 94 |
| 2016 | 91 |
| 2017 | 83 |
| 2018 | 93 |
| 2019 | 76 |
| 2020 | 79 |
| 2021 | 99 |
| 2022 | 108 |
| 2023 | 110 |
| 2024 | 110 |