Gift of God
A variant of the Hebrew name Nathaniel, it is derived from the elements 'natan' (to give) and 'el' (God). It shares the same etymological roots as the more common spelling, emphasizing a sense of divine blessing.
About 6 boys were named Nathanel in 2025.
A character in the short story 'The Sandman' · The Sandman (E.T.A. Hoffmann)
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).