Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:He gave, gift of God
Nathan is derived from the Hebrew name Natan (נָ ָתן), meaning "He gave" or "gift of God". In Judaism and Christianity, Nathan was a prophet and son of King David. It was first popularised in England following the Protestant Reformation. The name peaked in popularity at the end of the 20th century and has been falling since.
Trend in position over time since 2010
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