← All names

Nethan

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Nethan: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1995.

Nethan is a variant of Nathan, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Natan, meaning "he gave" or "gift." It shares roots with the Old Testament prophet Nathan, who confronted King David. While less common than Nathan, Nethan has a distinctive spelling that gives it a modern feel. Notable bearers are rare, but the name connects to the biblical figure Nathan, a key advisor in the time of Kings David and Solomon. Place-wise, this name echoes in places like Nathan, Queensland, in Australia. One interesting note: Nethan can also be seen as a creative twist on the more traditional Scottish name Kenneth, though it’s primarily a Hebrew-derived choice.