Nathaniel
Nathaniel is a Christian boy name of Hebrew, via Greek origin, meaning “Gift of God”.
| Meaning | Gift of God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Greek |
| Written as | נְתַנְאֵל |
| Pronunciation | nuh-THAN-yul |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Nathaniel
Nathaniel comes from Hebrew Netanel, 'God has given', through the Greek form Nathanael in the New Testament. In the Gospel of John, Nathanael is the disciple whom Jesus calls 'an Israelite in whom there is no deceit', and he is often identified with the apostle Bartholomew. The name was taken up by Puritans and has been used in English ever since. Nathaniel Hawthorne, the American novelist, is a famous bearer.
Is Nathaniel a Christian name?
Nathaniel is a New Testament name, from the disciple Nathanael in John 1. It is a Christian favourite, while the Hebrew form Netanel is used by Jewish families.
How popular is Nathaniel?
Steadily popular in English-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nathaniel mean?
Nathaniel means 'Gift of God'. It is of Hebrew, via Greek origin.
Is Nathaniel a Christian name?
Nathaniel is a New Testament name, from the disciple Nathanael in John 1. It is a Christian favourite, while the Hebrew form Netanel is used by Jewish families.
How do you pronounce Nathaniel?
Nathaniel is pronounced nuh-THAN-yul.
Is Nathaniel a boy or girl name?
Nathaniel is usually a boy name.