Nathaniel Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nathaniel Name at a Glance

Name	Nathaniel
Meaning	'Love's Labours Lost' Sir Nathaniel, a curate.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Nathaniel Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nathaniel means “'Love's Labours Lost' Sir Nathaniel, a curate”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Nathaniel Name Origin

Our database records Nathaniel under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Nathaniel a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Nathaniel is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Nathaniel

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