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Nataniel
How to Pronounce Nataniel
Pronounced nah-tah-NYEL /ˌnɑ.tɑˈnjɛl/Medium
Meaning: The Spanish/Portuguese form of Nathaniel — from Hebrew Netan'el, 'a gift of God' (natan, 'he gave', plus El, 'God')Medium
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History & Origin
Nataniel is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Nathaniel — from Hebrew Netan'el, 'a gift of God' (natan, 'he gave', plus El, 'God'). Nathanael was one of the apostles. A lyrical, classic name across the Hispanic world (said 'nah-tah-NYEL'; nickname Nato).
In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, a-gift-of-God at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Nataniel mean?
Nataniel is the Spanish Nathaniel — Hebrew 'a gift of God'.
How do you pronounce Nataniel?
It's said nah-tah-NYEL /ˌnɑ.tɑˈnjɛl/ — three syllables, stress on the last.
Is Nataniel a boy or girl name?
Nataniel is a boy's name.
How popular is Nataniel?
Nataniel is a rare name in the U.S.