Nathanial
boy name#3450 in 2025Nathanial entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #543 in 1998, ranks #3450 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3450
rank today
#543
peak (1998)
33
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #909 |
| 1890s | #1057 |
| 1900s | #1082 |
| 1910s | #1762 |
| 1920s | #2125 |
| 1930s | #1855 |
| 1940s | #2352 |
| 1950s | #2440 |
| 1960s | #1915 |
| 1970s | #979 |
| 1980s | #634 |
| 1990s | #601 |
| 2000s | #736 |
| 2010s | #2189 |
| 2020s | #3771 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nathanial has been most popular in CA, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 9,700 people named Nathanial are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nathanial alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nathanial in 2025?
- Nathanial ranks #3450 among US boy names in 2025, with 33 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nathanial most popular?
- Nathanial peaked in 1998, reaching #543 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nathanial with classmates?
- Nathanial will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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