Nathaniel
Male name · ★ Classic
101,500
Total Births
2000
Peak Year
#143
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Nathaniel
Nathaniel is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 101,500 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 1,164 births |
| 1890s | 1,549 births |
| 1900s | 2,519 births |
| 1910s | 3,363 births |
| 1920s | 3,751 births |
| 1930s | 3,376 births |
| 1940s | 3,963 births |
| 1950s | 5,029 births |
| 1960s | 4,044 births |
| 1970s | 7,636 births |
| 1980s | 15,059 births |
| 1990s | 20,426 births |
| 2000s | 23,135 births |
| 2010s | 5,001 births |
| 2020s | 1,485 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Nathaniel?
Nathaniel has been given to 101,500 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2000 with 2,618 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #143.
Is Nathaniel a boy or girl name?
Nathaniel is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Nathaniel most popular?
Nathaniel was most popular in 2000, when 2,618 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Nathaniel?
Nathaniel first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).