Declining since 2010, #1,211 for girls today.
Popularity of Nathaly since 1982
Babies named Nathaly per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Nathaly's real moment was 2014.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 211 |
| 1990s | 980 |
| 2000s | 2,693 |
| 2010s | 2,994 |
| 2020s | 1,261 |
Meaning & origin
Nathaly is a modern variant spelling of Natalie, a name with deep roots in early Christian tradition as a reference to Christmas Day. First recorded in the United States in 1982, the spelling saw a steady rise in popularity, peaking at rank 1211 in 2014. Since the 2010s, its use has declined, with 1 in 8,595 baby girls receiving the name in 2023. Nathaly has been most favored in Maryland, Utah, and North Carolina. While it remains less common than the standard Natalie, this spelling offers a distinct alternative in a naming landscape that values both tradition and individuality.
Nathaly is a variant spelling of Natalie, which derives from the Latin 'Natalia' meaning 'of or pertaining to birth,' specifically from 'dies natalis' (birthday), referring to the birth of Christ. The name became common among early Christians as a reference to Christmas. The spelling 'Nathaly' emerged in the late 20th century as a modern adaptation, particularly in the United States.
Where Nathaly is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nat, Nathy, Tali
Sibling names for Nathaly
Names that share Nathaly's style, for a brother or sister.
