Declining since 1995.
Popularity of Natividad since 1895
Babies named Natividad per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 | 0 |
| 1900s | 41 | 5 |
| 1910s | 185 | 115 |
| 1920s | 332 | 299 |
| 1930s | 206 | 208 |
| 1940s | 169 | 222 |
| 1950s | 147 | 200 |
| 1960s | 144 | 155 |
| 1970s | 152 | 160 |
| 1980s | 145 | 148 |
| 1990s | 185 | 115 |
| 2000s | 145 | 81 |
| 2010s | 65 | 14 |
| 2020s | 10 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Natividad is a Spanish name directly meaning 'nativity,' rooted in the Latin 'nativitas' for birth. It has been used as a given name especially in Spanish-speaking Catholic communities, often for girls born near Christmas. According to Social Security data, the name first appeared in U.S. records in 1895, reached its peak popularity in 1928, and has been on a steady decline since 1995. It never ranked in the top 1,000 names nationally, reflecting its niche but enduring use. The name carries strong religious and cultural connotations and remains a distinctive choice.
Natividad is the Spanish word for 'nativity,' directly taken from the Latin 'nativitas' (birth). The name has been used in Spanish-speaking cultures as a feminine given name, especially in reference to the Nativity of Jesus, often given to girls born around Christmas. It gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the 1920s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nati, Naty, Vidad
Sibling names for Natividad
Names that share Natividad's style, for a brother or sister.
