Nat Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nat has its origins in the Latin word 'Natus', meaning 'born', and evolved from the Hebrew name Nathaniel. It reflects traits of approachability and friendliness. While not directly biblical in itself, it is linked to biblical figures through its association with Nathan. The name gained traction in the 19th century as a diminutive of Nathaniel and continues to be well-received today.
The name Nat is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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, Nat has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Nat' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 947th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1412th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1664th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3112th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8861st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Nat' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nat"
Pronunciation
/næt/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Nat is derived from the Latin name 'Natus', meaning 'born'. It is often used as a diminutive form of Nathaniel or Nathan.
Meaning
born
Language Evolution
Natus (Latin), Nathaniel (Hebrew), Nat (English)
Biblical Background
Nat is often associated with the Hebrew name Nathan, which has biblical significance as Nathan was a prophet during the reign of King David.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century as a short form of Nathaniel.
Variants & Derivatives
Nathan, Nathaniel, Nate
Modern Popularity & Image
Nat is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with a laid-back and casual personality.
Famous People
Nat King Cole, Nat Adderley, Nat Rothschild
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nat"
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 "Nat"
"Nat" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 947th of 7545 | 840 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1412th of 6773 | 427 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1664th of 7552 | 419 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3112th of 10718 | 170 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8861st of 16616 | 45 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Nat" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
34.23% 472nd/1379 |
54.82% 1297th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
42.74% 665th/1556 |
85.68% 2016th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
44.86% 1090th/2430 |
63.27% 1805th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nat" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nat"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nat" 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.