Boys name · New Jersey
Nathaniel in New Jersey
Nathaniel was the 113th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 85 babies named Nathaniel that year. Since 1915, New Jersey families have named 5,990 babies Nathaniel.
Popularity over time
Nathaniel in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1915 | 12 | 175th |
| 1931 | 10 | 203rd |
| 1948 | 17 | 193rd |
| 1963 | 27 | 220th |
| 1979 | 39 | 160th |
| 1994 | 79 | 105th |
| 2010 | 170 | 60th |
| 2025 | 85 | 113th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey climbed from 175th in 1915 to 113th in 2025.
The most babies named Nathaniel in New Jersey in a single year was 187, in 2009. Its best showing was 57th among boys names in 2009.
Across the country, Nathaniel reached its best rank of 26th in Alaska (2000). See Nathaniel in every state →
How popular is Nathaniel in New Jersey?
Nathaniel was the 113th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 85 babies named Nathaniel that year. Since 1915, New Jersey families have named 5,990 babies Nathaniel.
How many babies are named Nathaniel in New Jersey?
In 2025, 85 babies were named Nathaniel in New Jersey. The most babies named Nathaniel in New Jersey in a single year was 187, in 2009.
What is the rank of Nathaniel in New Jersey?
Nathaniel ranked 113th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 57th among boys names in 2009.
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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