Nathaniel

Boy's name

Nathaniel is derived from the Hebrew name Netanel, meaning "God has given." It has biblical origins and has been used since medieval times.

Meaning God has given
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 2,511 Falling
Peak year 2002

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Nathaniel Hawthorne - Author of "The Scarlet Letter."
  • Nathaniel Rateliff - Musician and frontman of The Night Sweats.
  • Nathaniel Buzolic - Actor known for "The Vampire Diaries."
  • Nathaniel Clyne - Professional soccer player for Crystal Palace.
  • Nathaniel Parker - Actor in "The Inspector Lynley Mysteries."
  • Nathaniel Motte - Musician in the band 3OH!3.
  • Nathaniel Arcand - Actor in "Heartland" and "Blackstone."
  • Nathaniel Marston - Actor in "One Life to Live."
  • Nathaniel Wood - Professional MMA fighter in the UFC.
  • Nathaniel Chalobah - Professional soccer player for Watford and England.

Brothers for Nathaniel

Boy names closely related to Nathaniel

Daniel Alexander Eric Aiden Nathan Jonathan Isaac Elias

Sisters for Nathaniel

Girl names closely related to Nathaniel

Eliana Emily Julianna Liliana Mia Juliet April Diana

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Nathaniel

Johnathan Johnathon Jonatan Jonathan Jonathon Nathan Nathanael Nathanial

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