Nathanuel
boy nameNathanuel entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #4650 in 1998, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#4650
peak (1998)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5468 |
| 1990s | #6327 |
| 2000s | #7505 |
| 2010s | #10470 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Nathanuel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nathanuel alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nathanuel in 2025?
- Nathanuel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nathanuel most popular?
- Nathanuel peaked in 1998, reaching #4650 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nathanuel with classmates?
- Nathanuel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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