Declining since 1997, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Netanya since 1978
Babies named Netanya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 22 |
| 1990s | 213 |
| 2000s | 165 |
| 2010s | 91 |
| 2020s | 23 |
Meaning & origin
Netanya is a feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'given by God,' sharing its root with the biblical Nathan. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1978 and peaked in 1998 at its highest usage. Since 1997, its popularity has been on a downward trajectory, with a current rank of 14,942 in 2025 and an incidence of approximately 1 in 321,453 births. The name is a modern coinage, possibly influenced by the Israeli city Netanya, and carries a distinctively religious and cultural resonance. Its modest usage makes it a rare choice, appealing to those seeking a name with deep biblical ties but contemporary feel.
Netanya is a feminine form of the Hebrew name Natan (Nathan), meaning 'he gave' or 'gift.' In the Hebrew Bible, Natan is a prophet who counseled King David. The name Netanya is relatively modern as a given name, emerging in the late 20th century, perhaps influenced by the Israeli city of Netanya, which shares the same root and was founded in 1928.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Neta, Tanya, Net
Sibling names for Netanya
Names that share Netanya's style, for a brother or sister.
