What is the origin of the name Nethaniel?

Nethaniel is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Nethaniel?

Nethaniel is currently ranked #11880 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Nethaniel?

Nethaniel is pronounced neh-THAN-yel.

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BoyHebrew

Nethaniel

neh-THAN-yel

Popularity

#11880

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

254

Peak Year

#16 in 2004

First Recorded

1991

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A variant spelling of Nathaniel, a Hebrew name meaning 'gift of God'. It has a classic and spiritual feel.

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Neth Nate

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Numerology

The Creative

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Nicknames

Neth Nate

Spelling Variations

Nathaniel Netanel

Similar Names

Nathaniel Jonathan Gabriel Elijah

Personality Traits

BlessedGenerousKindSpiritual

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