Nathanael Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnuh-THAN-uhl / /nəˈθænəl/Hebrew; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: Gift of God; Greek: God has given
Historical & Cultural Background
Nathanael is derived from the Hebrew name Netan'el, which means 'gift of God.' It appears in the New Testament as one of the apostles, often associated with the figure of Bartholomew. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, maintaining its biblical significance. It has seen varying levels of popularity throughout history, particularly in Christian communities.
Trend Summary
Nathanael has seen a steady presence in baby name rankings, often associated with traditional and biblical naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nathaniel
- Natanel
International Variants
- Nathanaël (French)
- Natanael (Spanish)
- Nataniel (Portuguese)
Famous people named Nathanael
Nathanael Greene was a major general in the American Revolutionary War, known for his strategic leadership.
Nathanael West was an American author and screenwriter, recognized for his novel 'Miss Lonelyhearts.'.
Nathanael Hawthorne was an American novelist and short story writer, famous for works like 'The Scarlet Letter.'.
Nathanael Buzolic is an Australian actor known for his role in the television series 'The Vampire Diaries.'.
Fictional characters named Nathanael
Nathanael is a character in the biblical narrative, often identified with Bartholomew, one of the apostles.
Nathanael is a character in the novel 'The Scarlet Letter' by Nathaniel Hawthorne, representing themes of sin and redemption.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nathanael was first seen in the United States in 1915. Nathanael has ranked as high as #742 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Nathanael has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nathanael (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 65 | |
| TX | 48 | |
| FL | 35 | |
| NY | 26 | |
| PA | 19 | |
| GA | 17 | |
| NC | 11 | |
| MA | 11 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| TN | 9 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| AZ | 9 | |
| IN | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 26 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1968 | 32 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 41 |
| 1971 | 61 |
| 1972 | 69 |
| 1973 | 100 |
| 1974 | 103 |
| 1975 | 163 |
| 1976 | 199 |
| 1977 | 218 |
| 1978 | 262 |
| 1979 | 275 |
| 1980 | 348 |
| 1981 | 323 |
| 1982 | 369 |
| 1983 | 356 |
| 1984 | 350 |
| 1985 | 352 |
| 1986 | 394 |
| 1987 | 307 |
| 1988 | 356 |
| 1989 | 359 |
| 1990 | 356 |
| 1991 | 383 |
| 1992 | 407 |
| 1993 | 428 |
| 1994 | 404 |
| 1995 | 476 |
| 1996 | 465 |
| 1997 | 523 |
| 1998 | 600 |
| 1999 | 564 |
| 2000 | 609 |
| 2001 | 544 |
| 2002 | 539 |
| 2003 | 538 |
| 2004 | 595 |
| 2005 | 577 |
| 2006 | 594 |
| 2007 | 598 |
| 2008 | 531 |
| 2009 | 586 |
| 2010 | 475 |
| 2011 | 433 |
| 2012 | 438 |
| 2013 | 471 |
| 2014 | 476 |
| 2015 | 480 |
| 2016 | 429 |
| 2017 | 402 |
| 2018 | 337 |
| 2019 | 348 |
| 2020 | 345 |
| 2021 | 316 |
| 2022 | 324 |
| 2023 | 368 |
| 2024 | 404 |