Nathalie
Nathalie is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Born on Christmas Day or belonging to birthday.
Origin and history
Nathalie is a French feminine given name derived from the Late Latin name Natalia, which refers to Christmas Day. It has been a steady, moderately used choice in the United States for several decades, offering a French spelling variant to the widely popular Natalie. Its soft consonants and classical roots give it enduring appeal.
Popularity in the United States
20,667 babies in the United States have been named Nathalie since 1880. It ranks #1042 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1038.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.3 %)
- NY (15.2 %)
- TX (13 %)
- FL (12.6 %)
- NJ (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 46 |
| 1890-1900 | 91 |
| 1900-1910 | 136 |
| 1910-1920 | 577 |
| 1920-1930 | 876 |
| 1930-1940 | 510 |
| 1940-1950 | 357 |
| 1950-1960 | 287 |
| 1960-1970 | 531 |
| 1970-1980 | 825 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,871 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,821 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,034 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,391 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,314 |
Famous people named Nathalie
- Nathalie Baye: Actress
- Nathalie Emmanuel: Actress
- Nathalie Cardone: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Nat, Natty, Nattie
Fun facts
- The 'h' in Nathalie is silent in both French and standard U.S. English pronunciations.
- Nathalie was extraordinarily popular in France during the mid-20th century before spreading widely to English-speaking countries.