Nathaniel
boy name#140 in 2025Nathaniel entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #60 in 1998, ranks #140 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#140
rank today
#60
peak (1998)
2,565
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #218 |
| 1890s | #207 |
| 1900s | #172 |
| 1910s | #180 |
| 1920s | #182 |
| 1930s | #183 |
| 1940s | #183 |
| 1950s | #204 |
| 1960s | #234 |
| 1970s | #147 |
| 1980s | #80 |
| 1990s | #73 |
| 2000s | #69 |
| 2010s | #98 |
| 2020s | #137 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nathaniel has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 250,000 people named Nathaniel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nathaniel 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 Nathaniel in 2025?
- Nathaniel ranks #140 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,565 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nathaniel most popular?
- Nathaniel peaked in 1998, reaching #60 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nathaniel with classmates?
- Nathaniel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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