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Nathalie

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Pronounced NATH-uh-lee /ˈnæθ.ə.li/High

Meaning: Born on Christmas Day; French form of Natalie, from Latin natalis (relating to birth, specifically the Nativity)High

In 30 seconds: The French form of Natalie meaning 'born on Christmas Day,' from Latin natalis. The French -ie ending gives it an elegant Gallic distinction from the -y and -y forms of the same name.
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Origin HighFrench, Latin
MeaningBorn on Christmas Day; French form of Natalie, from Latin natalis (relating to birth, specifically the Nativity)
U.S. rank (2025)#1481 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births145 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 20,666

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200918812025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Nathalie is the French spelling of Natalie, from French Nathalie/Nathalia, from Latin natalis (of birth, the Nativity). The French form uses -ie rather than the English -y ending. It is one of the most popular names in France from the 1960s–80s.

Nathalie ranked #1244 for girls in 2024.

Did you know? Nathalie Baye (born 1948) is one of France's most celebrated actresses, winner of four César Awards — the French equivalent of Oscars. Her sustained career from the 1970s onward has kept Nathalie prominent in French culture.
Overall data confidence 95%
Behind the Name — Nathalie — French/Latin etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

NatalieNathaliaNatalia

Nicknames

NatNath

Famous Bearers

  • ★Nathalie Emmanuel (1989-)
    English actress known for Missandei in Game of Thrones
  • ★Nathalie Baye (1948-)
    French film, television, and stage actress and multiple César winner
  • ★Nathalie Delon (1941-2021)
    French actress, model, and film director
  • ★Nathalie Sarraute (1900-1999)
    French writer associated with the Nouveau Roman movement

If you like Nathalie…

Natalie— the standard English spelling of the same name
Nathalia— the Latin/Spanish form of the same name
Amelie— French -ie ending feminine name with the same Gallic charm
Emilie— French -ie form of Emily with the same Gallic sparkle

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Nathalie mean?

Nathalie means 'born on Christmas Day,' the French form of Natalie, from Latin natalis.

How do you pronounce Nathalie?

It's said NATH-uh-lee — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Nathalie a boy or girl name?

Nathalie is used as a girls' name.

How popular is Nathalie?

Nathalie ranked #1244 for U.S. girls in 2024.

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