Nathanel
Nathanel is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God has given.
Origin and history
Nathanel is a variant spelling of the classic biblical name Nathanael or Nathaniel. Derived from Hebrew roots, it carries the traditional meaning of 'God has given.' In the United States, it is a rare alternative spelling compared to the more standard Nathaniel.
Popularity in the United States
885 babies in the United States have been named Nathanel since 1880. It ranks #3793 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1910.
States where it is most popular
- CA (61 %)
- NY (24.4 %)
- TX (14.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 12 |
| 1920-1930 | 91 |
| 1930-1940 | 64 |
| 1940-1950 | 21 |
| 1950-1960 | 16 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 47 |
| 1980-1990 | 116 |
| 1990-2000 | 150 |
| 2000-2010 | 241 |
| 2010-2019 | 104 |
| 2020-2029 | 17 |
Nicknames
Nate, Nat
Fun facts
- Nathanel is a less common modern spelling variant of the ancient name Nathanael.
- The name shares its etymological origin with the biblical figure Nathanael from the Gospel of John.