Boy
Nathanial
variant of Nathaniel, gift of God
About Nathanial
Embrace timeless elegance with Nathanial – a classic name with enduring appeal. This distinguished choice offers sophistication without stuffiness, tradition without constraint.
Its flowing syllables and familiar sound provide instant recognition while maintaining refinement.
Parents selecting Nathanial value substance and staying power. The name suggests intelligence, integrity, and natural leadership.
It's ideal for a boy destined for achievement in any field, from academia to athletics.
Nathanial offers wonderful nickname options while preserving formal dignity. This name bridges generations beautifully, honoring the past while looking toward the future.
Popularity of the Name Nathanial
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | #929 | ||
| 1974 | #946 | ||
| 1975 | #877 | ||
| 1976 | #775 | ||
| 1977 | #766 | ||
| 1978 | #624 | ||
| 1979 | #642 | ||
| 1980 | #633 | ||
| 1981 | #639 | ||
| 1982 | #606 | ||
| 1983 | #639 | ||
| 1984 | #612 | ||
| 1985 | #594 | ||
| 1986 | #619 | ||
| 1987 | #673 | ||
| 1988 | #655 | ||
| 1989 | #676 | ||
| 1990 | #648 | ||
| 1991 | #630 | #580 | |
| 1992 | #615 | #679 | |
| 1993 | #640 | #477 | |
| 1994 | #616 | #691 | |
| 1995 | #581 | #529 | |
| 1996 | #628 | #788 | |
| 1997 | #561 | #645 | |
| 1998 | #543 | #717 | #628 |
| 1999 | #546 | #782 | #534 |
| 2000 | #585 | #989 | #643 |
| 2001 | #640 | #951 | #694 |
| 2002 | #635 | #828 | |
| 2003 | #628 | #951 | #820 |
| 2004 | #683 | #760 | |
| 2005 | #716 | #665 | |
| 2006 | #727 | #683 | |
| 2007 | #808 | #822 | |
| 2008 | #928 | #830 | |
| 2009 | #927 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Canada
Variations of Name Nathanial
Names Similar to Nathanial
Nicknames for Nathanial
- Nate
- Nathan
- Nat
