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Nathaniel

Nathaniel is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables3
  • US rank#126

How popular is Nathaniel?

Popularity in the United States

Nathaniel has been given to 274,943 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 573 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Nathaniel per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Nathaniel has been given to 1,897 babies in France since 1961, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Nathaniel per year in France, 1961–2022. Source: INSEE
274,943 Babies named since 1880
2000s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Nathaniel

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

Nathaniel is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Nathaniel?

Nathaniel has been given to 274,943 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.