What does the name Nathanael mean?

The name Nathanael means "God has given".

What is the origin of the name Nathanael?

Nathanael is a name of Hebrew origin.

In 2023, 404 babies were named Nathanael in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Nathanael is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Nathanael Greene - American Revolutionary War general
Nathanael West - American author known for "The Day of the Locust"
Nathanael Herreshoff - American yacht designer and naval architect
Nathanael Kapner - American Orthodox Christian convert and blogger
Nathanael Johnson - American journalist and author specializing in environmental issues

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