Nathanael

The name Nathanael holds the beautiful and profound meaning of 'Gift of God'. It symbolizes the grace and blessings bestowed upon a family with the birth of a child. This name often connotes divine generosity and favor.

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Nathanael is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the phrase "Natan El," meaning "Gift of God." It appears in the Old Testament of the Bible, although the most renowned biblical bearer of the name is one of Jesus' disciples, frequently associated with the name Bartholomew.

  • Popularity: 1,457th
  • Babies named Nathanael in the US in 2023:
    Female: 5
    Male: 367
  • Nicknames: Nat, Nate, Natty, Thane, Nathan.
  • Full Names: Nathaniel, Jonathan, Nathan, Nathanial, Nathen.
  • Famous Namesakes: Nathanael Greene-Revolutionary War General, Nathanael West-Author, Nathaniel Hawthorne-Author, Nathaniel Rateliff-Musician, Nathaniel Buzolic-Actor.
  • Gender: Traditionally a male name but can also be worn by females in modern usage.
  • Numerology: In numerology, Nathanael is associated with the number 8, symbolizing power and ambition. People with this name are seen as goal-oriented and driven, with a strong sense of justice and an uncanny knack for leadership and success.

Nathanael is considered a timeless classic with consistent, moderate popularity over the years. While it isn't among the most commonly used names, its distinctive sound and biblical roots keep it periodically resurfacing in popularity from time to time.

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