Rising since 1994, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Netanel since 1988
Babies named Netanel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 54 |
| 2000s | 136 |
| 2010s | 167 |
| 2020s | 93 |
Meaning & origin
Netanel is the Hebrew original of Nathaniel, meaning 'God has given.' It has been in U.S. use since 1988, and its trajectory shows a steady rise in popularity from 1994 onward, peaking in 2015. Despite the long history of its English variant, Netanel itself remains rare: in 2025 it ranked #4707, with roughly 1 in every 81,337 babies given the name. The name is most common in New York, reflecting its popularity among Jewish communities in the state. As a biblical name with a clear phonetic spelling, it offers a Hebrew alternative to the more widely used Nathaniel.
Netanel is the Hebrew name נְתַנְאֵל (Netan'el), derived from the elements natan (gave) and El (God). In the Hebrew Bible, Netanel is a chieftain of the tribe of Issachar. The name is related to the more common Nathaniel and has been used among Jewish families for centuries, particularly in Israel and diaspora communities.
Where Netanel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Net, Natan, Nati
Sibling names for Netanel
Names that share Netanel's style, for a brother or sister.
