Natalie
Natalie is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Born on Christmas Day or birth.
Origin and history
Natalie is a classic name derived from the Late Latin phrase 'dies natalis', referring to the birth of Christ or Christmas Day. While predominantly given to females, historical U.S. records show rare and occasional usage for boys. In modern times, it remains an exceptionally unique choice for a male child.
Popularity in the United States
769 babies in the United States have been named Natalie since 1880. It ranks #3907 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1920.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.2 %)
- DC (21.1 %)
- KY (20.2 %)
- TX (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 6 |
| 1920-1930 | 25 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 40 |
| 1970-1980 | 99 |
| 1980-1990 | 249 |
| 1990-2000 | 134 |
| 2000-2010 | 151 |
| 2010-2019 | 53 |
| 2020-2029 | 7 |
Nicknames
Nat, Nattie, Natty
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Latin word for birth, traditionally given to children born around Christmas.
- Though far more common for females, over 700 males in the U.S. have been named Natalie since 1880.