Nathaniel
Meaning: Gift of God — a name of profound divine blessing
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #245
Total births: 729
History: Nathaniel peaked in the 2000s in Australia. The full biblical name carries more weight than the casual Nathan. Nathaniel represents Australian parents choosing substantial names.
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| Current rank (2019) | #96 |
| Babies named Nathaniel in 2019 | 96 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 729 |
| Peak year | 2013 (129 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #80 |
| Years in records | 2013–2019 (7 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 2 spots |
Frequently asked about Nathaniel
What does the name Nathaniel mean?
Nathaniel means “Gift of God — a name of profound divine blessing” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Nathaniel?
Nathaniel has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift of God — a name of profound divine blessing”.
How popular is Nathaniel in Australia?
Nathaniel ranked #96 in Australia in 2019 — given to 96 babies that year.
When was Nathaniel most popular?
Nathaniel peaked in 2013 with 129 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Nathaniel a boy or girl name?
Nathaniel is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Nathaniels in registered births are male.
How long has Nathaniel been recorded in Australia?
Nathaniel appears in birth records in Australia across 7 years — from 2013 through 2019.