Nathanael
girl nameNathanael entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #8778 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#8778
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #9595 |
| 2020s | #15194 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nathanael are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nathanael alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nathanael in 2025?
- Nathanael is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nathanael most popular?
- Nathanael peaked in 1987, reaching #8778 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nathanael with classmates?
- Nathanael will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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