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Nathan

Meaning: He gave

About Nathan

Nathan is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “He gave,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Nate. Indicative pronunciation: NAY-than. Popular note: Modern biblical. When considering Nathan, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Hebrew

Variants

Nate

Pronunciation

NAY-than

Popularity note

Modern biblical

FAQ — Nathan

What does the name Nathan mean?

Short meaning: He gave. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Nathan?

Most associated origin: Hebrew.

Are there variants of Nathan?

Related forms: Nate.