Nat
Nat: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /næt/
Meaning and origin of Nat
- A unisex given name.
- A diminutive of the male given name Nathanael, Nathaniel, Nathan.
- A diminutive of the female given name Natasha, Natalie, Natalia.
How popular is Nat?
Since 1880, 2,162 boys in the U.S. have been named Nat. Its highest rank for boys was #475 in 1894. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Nat FAQ
What does the name Nat mean?
A unisex given name. A diminutive of the male given name Nathanael, Nathaniel, Nathan. A diminutive of the female given name Natasha, Natalie, Natalia.
How popular is the name Nat?
Since 1880, 2,162 boys in the U.S. have been named Nat. Its highest rank for boys was #475 in 1894. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Nat a boy or girl name?
Nat is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,162 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.