What is the origin of the name Netanya?

Netanya is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Netanya?

Netanya is currently ranked #13045 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Netanya?

Netanya is pronounced neh-TAN-yuh.

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GirlHebrew

Netanya

neh-TAN-yuh

Popularity

#13045

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

514

Peak Year

#43 in 1998

First Recorded

1978

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A Hebrew name meaning 'God has given'. It is often associated with the city of Netanya in Israel.

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Neta Tanya

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Numerology

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Nicknames

Neta Tanya

Spelling Variations

Nethania Nataniah

Similar Names

Natasha Nathan Tania Gabriella

Personality Traits

giftedgratefuldevoutprosperous

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