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Nathan

Nathan is a boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning He gave.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#56

What does Nathan mean?

He gave

How popular is Nathan?

Popularity in the United States

Nathan has been given to 563,043 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 292 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

07,34614,692188019502020
Babies named Nathan per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Nathan has been given to 118,915 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

03,5177,033190019612022
Babies named Nathan per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 1,203 people called Nathan living in Spain, with an average age of 10.9.

563,043 Babies named since 1880
2000s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Nathan

What does the name Nathan mean?

Nathan means He gave. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Nathan a boy's or a girl's name?

Nathan is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Nathan?

Nathan has been given to 563,043 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.