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Nathan

male

Meaning

"He Has Given"

Hebrew name Natan, associated with biblical narratives and commonly interpreted as referencing giving or a bestowed gift.

Biblical

Popularity History of Nathan

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#62Top 100

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#62

Nathan was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-3

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Nathan Nicknames

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Baby Name Lists That Include Nathan

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Famous Nathans

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    Nathan Hale
    American soldier and spy during the Revolutionary War, famous last words: "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country"
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    Nathan Lane
    American actor and comedian

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew
Syllables2
Length6 letters

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