Boys name · Kentucky
Nathaniel in Kentucky
Nathaniel was the 162nd most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 34 babies named Nathaniel that year. Since 1912, Kentucky families have named 4,443 babies Nathaniel.
Popularity over time
Nathaniel in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 13 | 123rd |
| 1928 | 10 | 299th |
| 1944 | 8 | 329th |
| 1960 | 8 | 349th |
| 1977 | 46 | 107th |
| 1993 | 92 | 65th |
| 2009 | 88 | 73rd |
| 2025 | 34 | 162nd |
Its rank among boys names in Kentucky fell from 123rd in 1912 to 162nd in 2025.
The most babies named Nathaniel in Kentucky in a single year was 141, in 2001. Its best showing was 45th among boys names in 1998.
Across the country, Nathaniel reached its best rank of 26th in Alaska (2000). See Nathaniel in every state →
How popular is Nathaniel in Kentucky?
Nathaniel was the 162nd most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 34 babies named Nathaniel that year. Since 1912, Kentucky families have named 4,443 babies Nathaniel.
How many babies are named Nathaniel in Kentucky?
In 2025, 34 babies were named Nathaniel in Kentucky. The most babies named Nathaniel in Kentucky in a single year was 141, in 2001.
What is the rank of Nathaniel in Kentucky?
Nathaniel ranked 162nd among boys names in Kentucky in 2025. Its best showing was 45th among boys names in 1998.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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