Naftoli Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Naftoli is a Hebrew name meaning 'my struggle' or 'wrestling', derived from the biblical name Naftali, a son of Jacob. It has evolved linguistically from Naftali to Naftoli. The name carries traits of perseverance and cultural significance, particularly within Jewish heritage. Its biblical relevance connects it to the tribes of Israel.
The name Naftoli is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Naftoli has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Naftoli' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6435th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6183rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6645th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Naftoli' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Naftoli"
Pronunciation
/nɑfˈtoʊli/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Naftoli is derived from the Hebrew name Naftali, which means 'my struggle' or 'wrestling'. It has biblical significance as Naftali is one of the sons of Jacob and Bilhah in the Old Testament.
Meaning
my struggle, wrestling
Language Evolution
Naftali, Naftoli
Biblical Background
Naftoli is directly linked to the biblical figure Naftali, who is one of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Historical Usage
The name Naftoli gained popularity in Jewish communities and among those interested in biblical names, especially during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Naftali, Naf, Nafi
Modern Popularity & Image
Naftoli is viewed as a traditional and culturally significant name within Jewish communities and is often associated with heritage and biblical history.
Famous People
Naftoli Hertz, Naftali Bennett
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Naftoli"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Naftoli"
"Naftoli" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6435th of 16616 | 92 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6183rd of 24088 | 190 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6645th of 23106 | 149 |
Regional Popularity of "Naftoli" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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55.90% 1947th/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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36.25% 1622nd/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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30.23% 1561st/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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40.78% 1830th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Naftoli" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Naftoli"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Naftoli" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.