Nathaniel is derived from the Hebrew name Nathaniel, which means 'gift of God.' It has been widely used throughout history and across various cultures, appearing in both Jewish and Christian traditions. Notable individuals named Nathaniel include Nathaniel Hawthorne, the American author known for his novel 'The Scarlet Letter,' and Nathaniel Givens, a British musician better known by his stage name Goldie.
The name Nathanual experienced varied popularity from 2000 to 2008, with a peak of 8 births in 2002 and a gap of no births recorded between 2004 and 2006.