Nathaniel is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #13257 in 2006 with 8 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 35 births ranking #4069. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 14.3%. In 2006, approximately 1 in every 237,634 girls born was named Nathaniel. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Nathaniel is a refined biblical name meaning God has given. It offers a more formal, expansive alternative to Nathan while keeping the same warmth.
The name appears in the New Testament tradition and has been used for centuries in English-speaking countries. Its steady presence gives it weight without making it feel severe.