Nathaneil

Boy name

Nathaneil has been given to 429 babies in the U.S. since 1930. It peaked in 2003.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

429

Peak year

2003 (13 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1930

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Nathaneil — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Nathanealboy

908 babies since 1972

Nathanelboy

885 babies since 1917

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FAQ

How popular is the name Nathaneil?

Nathaneil has been given to 429 babies in the U.S. since 1930. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Nathaneil peak?

Nathaneil peaked in 2003, when 13 babies were given the name.

Is Nathaneil a girl or boy name?

Nathaneil is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nathaneil are boys).

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