Nataniel
Boy name · 23 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Nataniel: 23 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 7 births in 2015.
A variant of the classic biblical name Nathaniel, Nataniel derives from the Hebrew *Netan'el*, meaning "gift of God." It appears in the New Testament as one of Jesus’ apostles, though the spelling Nataniel is more common in Portuguese- and Polish-speaking communities. Notable bearers include Nataniel de Carvalho, a Brazilian footballer, and Nataniel Lerro, an Argentine singer-songwriter. While no major places are directly named after a Nataniel, the name shares its root with the city of Nathaniel in Kentucky. Often considered a fresh, modern alternative to the more traditional Nathaniel, it has a warm, melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking a name with deep spiritual roots yet a slightly offbeat, international feel.
Boy 5 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20157 babies
- Latest (2018)
- #5165 babies
- Total births
- 23since 2010
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y