Birthday; specifically the birthday of Christ
Derived from the Latin 'natalis', this name traditionally refers to the 'dies natalis' or birthday of Jesus. While it is the standard word for Christmas in Italian, it has a long history as a given name for children born during the holiday season. In English-speaking contexts, it is a rare and distinctive alternative to the more common Noel or Natalie.
Less common today
Natale isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,506 in 1991.
Italian painter and engraver known for his portraits
Italian singer-songwriter of the Neapolitan genre
Italian-American organized crime figure
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
