Nathanael
Nathanael: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Nathanael
- A male given name from Hebrew; more common in the form Nathaniel.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Ναθαναήλ (Nathanaḗl), from Biblical Hebrew נְתַנְאֵל (Netan'el, literally “God has given”).
How popular is Nathanael?
Since 1880, 17 girls and 22,227 boys in the U.S. have been named Nathanael (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9481 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #406 in 1998. In 2025 it ranked #632 for boys, with 442 babies given the name.
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Nathanael FAQ
What does the name Nathanael mean?
A male given name from Hebrew; more common in the form Nathaniel. From Ancient Greek Ναθαναήλ (Nathanaḗl), from Biblical Hebrew נְתַנְאֵל (Netan'el, literally “God has given”).
What is the origin of the name Nathanael?
Nathanael is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Nathanael?
Since 1880, 17 girls and 22,227 boys in the U.S. have been named Nathanael (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9481 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #406 in 1998. In 2025 it ranked #632 for boys, with 442 babies given the name.
Is Nathanael a boy or girl name?
Nathanael is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 17 girls and 22,227 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.