Natan
Natan is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “He gave”.
| Meaning | He gave |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | נָתָן |
| Pronunciation | nah-TAHN |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, Brazil, Poland, France |
Meaning and origin of Natan
Natan is the Hebrew form of Nathan, from the verb natan, 'to give', so it means 'he gave', with God understood as the giver. In the Bible Nathan is the prophet who confronts King David over Bathsheba with the parable of the poor man's lamb (2 Samuel 12). Natan is also the name of one of David's sons. It is used in Israel and also as the standard spelling in Spanish, Portuguese and Polish.
Is Natan a Jewish name?
Natan is a biblical Hebrew name, borne by the prophet Nathan, and used by Jewish families in Israel and worldwide.
How popular is Natan?
Common in Israel and in several European and Latin American countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Natan mean?
Natan means 'He gave'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Natan a Jewish name?
Natan is a biblical Hebrew name, borne by the prophet Nathan, and used by Jewish families in Israel and worldwide.
How do you pronounce Natan?
Natan is pronounced nah-TAHN.
Is Natan a boy or girl name?
Natan is usually a boy name.