Boys name · Virginia
Nathaniel in Virginia
Nathaniel was the 131st most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 68 babies named Nathaniel that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 9,063 babies Nathaniel.
Popularity over time
Nathaniel in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 9 | 108th |
| 1926 | 37 | 118th |
| 1943 | 34 | 143rd |
| 1959 | 48 | 162nd |
| 1976 | 49 | 111th |
| 1992 | 115 | 74th |
| 2009 | 190 | 60th |
| 2025 | 68 | 131st |
Its rank among boys names in Virginia fell from 108th in 1910 to 131st in 2025.
The most babies named Nathaniel in Virginia in a single year was 214, in 2004. Its best showing was 46th among boys names in 2000.
Across the country, Nathaniel reached its best rank of 26th in Alaska (2000). See Nathaniel in every state →
How popular is Nathaniel in Virginia?
Nathaniel was the 131st most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 68 babies named Nathaniel that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 9,063 babies Nathaniel.
How many babies are named Nathaniel in Virginia?
In 2025, 68 babies were named Nathaniel in Virginia. The most babies named Nathaniel in Virginia in a single year was 214, in 2004.
What is the rank of Nathaniel in Virginia?
Nathaniel ranked 131st among boys names in Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was 46th among boys names in 2000.
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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