Nathan is a popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #99 in 2025 with 528 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1998 with 3,211 births ranking #25. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 80.8%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 515 boys born was named Nathan. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Nathan is a biblical Hebrew name meaning he has given. It is simple, kind, and enduringly popular without feeling overworked.
The name appears in the Old Testament and has remained widely used through Jewish and Christian traditions. Its strength lies in its clarity and its calm, classic sound.