Natalie
Natalie first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2006, when 10,951 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,736.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Natalie popular?
Declining Natalie is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
| 2020s | 21,590 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 68,142 | |
| 2000s | 95,095 | |
| 1990s | 63,382 | |
| 1980s | 54,428 | |
| 1970s | 29,801 | |
| 1960s | 19,565 | |
| 1950s | 6,567 | |
| 1940s | 4,129 | |
| 1930s | 4,954 | |
| 1920s | 6,719 | |
| 1910s | 3,527 | |
| 1900s | 658 | |
| 1890s | 353 | |
| 1880s | 152 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Natalie mean?
Natalie comes from the Latin natale domini, “birthday of the Lord,” and was traditionally given to girls born at Christmas. Its Russian form is Natalia.
Nicknames for Natalie
- Nat
- Nattie
- Talia
Variants & spellings
- Nathalie
- Natalia
- Natalee
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Natalie mean?
Natalie means Christmas Day; birth. Natalie comes from the Latin natale domini, “birthday of the Lord,” and was traditionally given to girls born at Christmas. Its Russian form is Natalia.
What is the origin of the name Natalie?
Natalie is of Latin origin.
How do you pronounce Natalie?
Natalie is pronounced “NAT-uh-lee.”
Is Natalie a boy or a girl name?
Natalie is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Natalie a popular name right now?
Natalie is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
How popular is the name Natalie?
In 2025, Natalie ranked #89 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Natalie most popular?
Natalie was most popular in 2006, when about 10,951 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Natalie?
Common nicknames for Natalie include Nat, Nattie, Talia.
What names are similar to Natalie?
Names similar to Natalie include Florence, Rose, Diana, Grace, Luna.
What names go well with Natalie?
Latin names that pair well with Natalie include Mark, Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava.