Nethan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEH-than / ˈnɛθənHebrew; English
Meaning
gift of God (Hebrew); variant of Nathan (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Nethan is derived from Nathan, meaning 'gift' or 'he has given.' The name has biblical roots, associated with Nathan the prophet in the Old Testament. In English-speaking cultures, it serves as a variant of Nathan, which has been popularized through various historical and cultural references.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nathan
- Natan
- Nathen
International Variants
- Nathanael (Hebrew)
- Noé (French)
- Natan (Polish)
Famous people named Nethan
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Fictional characters named Nethan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nethan was first seen in the United States in 2002. Nethan has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Nethan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nethan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 13 |