Nathaneel is a distinctive given name of Hebrew origin, derived from Nathaniel, which means 'given by God'. It is often associated with Nathanael, also known as Bartholomew, one of the twelve apostles in the New Testament. The name Nathaneel has been used throughout history but is not particularly common, lending it a unique and distinctive character. It consists of two elements: 'Nathan', meaning 'he gave', and '-ael', which is often associated with God or divine presence. In some cultures, variations like Nathanial or Nathanail are also found. The name Nathaneel has been popular among various denominations within Christianity due to its biblical roots but remains relatively uncommon in general usage.
"The name Nathaneal experienced a significant surge in popularity between the late 1970s and mid-1990s, with peaks of over 25 births per year from 1994 to 1996. However, it has seen a steady decline since then, dropping below 10 births per year as of 2017."