Nathan

Boy's name

Nathan is of Hebrew origin, derived from the name נָתָן (Natan) meaning "he gave".

Meaning God has given
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 5,010 Falling
Peak year 2004

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Nathan Fillion - Actor, "Firefly" and "Castle"
  • Nathan Lane - Actor, "The Producers" and "The Birdcage"
  • Nathan Chen - Figure skater, Olympic medalist
  • Nathan Adrian - Swimmer, Olympic gold medalist
  • Nathan Hale - American Revolutionary War hero
  • Nathan Sykes - Singer, member of The Wanted
  • Nathan Kress - Actor, "iCarly"
  • Nathan MacKinnon - NHL hockey player
  • Nathan Eovaldi - MLB pitcher
  • Nathan Fielder - Comedian, "Nathan for You"

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