Nathan
boy name#63 in 2025Nathan entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #20 in 2004, ranks #63 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#63
rank today
#20
peak (2004)
4,975
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #126 |
| 1890s | #135 |
| 1900s | #133 |
| 1910s | #135 |
| 1920s | #204 |
| 1930s | #247 |
| 1940s | #257 |
| 1950s | #225 |
| 1960s | #183 |
| 1970s | #62 |
| 1980s | #40 |
| 1990s | #39 |
| 2000s | #25 |
| 2010s | #38 |
| 2020s | #59 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nathan has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 540,000 people named Nathan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nathan alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nathan in 2025?
- Nathan ranks #63 among US boy names in 2025, with 4,975 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nathan most popular?
- Nathan peaked in 2004, reaching #20 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nathan with classmates?
- Nathan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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