Boys name · Pennsylvania
Nathaniel in Pennsylvania
Nathaniel was the 143rd most popular boys name in Pennsylvania in 2025, with 89 babies named Nathaniel that year. Since 1911, Pennsylvania families have named 12,043 babies Nathaniel.
Popularity over time
Nathaniel in Pennsylvania, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 6 | 260th |
| 1927 | 37 | 194th |
| 1944 | 30 | 198th |
| 1960 | 51 | 216th |
| 1976 | 99 | 108th |
| 1992 | 255 | 66th |
| 2009 | 242 | 66th |
| 2025 | 89 | 143rd |
Its rank among boys names in Pennsylvania climbed from 260th in 1911 to 143rd in 2025.
The most babies named Nathaniel in Pennsylvania in a single year was 300, in 2002. Its best showing was 52nd among boys names in 1999.
Across the country, Nathaniel reached its best rank of 26th in Alaska (2000). See Nathaniel in every state →
How popular is Nathaniel in Pennsylvania?
Nathaniel was the 143rd most popular boys name in Pennsylvania in 2025, with 89 babies named Nathaniel that year. Since 1911, Pennsylvania families have named 12,043 babies Nathaniel.
How many babies are named Nathaniel in Pennsylvania?
In 2025, 89 babies were named Nathaniel in Pennsylvania. The most babies named Nathaniel in Pennsylvania in a single year was 300, in 2002.
What is the rank of Nathaniel in Pennsylvania?
Nathaniel ranked 143rd among boys names in Pennsylvania in 2025. Its best showing was 52nd among boys names in 1999.
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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