"born on Christmas Day"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Natalee
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Meaning & Origin
"birthday of the Lord"
Origin: Latin (natale domini)
Language: English
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- This spelling is associated with Natalee Holloway, the American teenager who disappeared in Aruba in 2005 — a widely covered tragedy. Parents should be aware of this association.
The Story of Natalee
Natalee is an alternate spelling of Natalie, which comes from the Latin Natalia, derived from natale domini meaning birthday of the Lord (Christmas). It was traditionally given to girls born on or around Christmas Day, and has been used in this sense since at least the 4th century, when it was the name of the wife of the martyr Saint Adrian of Nicomedia.
Natalie has been a consistently popular name in the United States since the mid-20th century, boosted by actress Natalie Wood in the 1950s-70s and later by Natalie Portman. The Natalee spelling is a modern American variant, most common among parents who want the familiar name with a unique orthographic twist.
The name is especially beloved in French-speaking cultures (Nathalie) and Eastern European countries (Natalia, Natalya) where it has deep roots. In Russia, Natalya is a classic name associated with nobility and literature — notably in Tolstoy's War and Peace.
Historical Record
Natalee first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 10,154 babies have been named Natalee in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Natalee is past its peak , currently ranked #2,253 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Natalie Wood (born Natasha Nikolaevna Zacharenko) was one of Hollywood's biggest stars from child actress to adult leading lady
- The name Natalie/Natalia became enormously popular in Russia after it appeared in Pushkin's poetry in the early 19th century
Natalee in Other Languages
French
Nathalie
Polish
Natalia
Italian
Natalia
Russian
Natalya
Spanish
Natalia
Popularity Over Time
#2,253
Current Rank
Stable
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Peaked 2006
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Natalee
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Natalie Portman
Actor
1981
Israeli-American actress and Academy Award winner known for Black Swan, V for Vendetta, and the Star Wars prequels
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Natalie Wood
Actor
1938
American actress known for Miracle on 34th Street, West Side Story, and Rebel Without a Cause
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,253
- Total SSA Count
- 83
- Cultural Origins
- American French Eastern European Russian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Nat
Nata
Lee
Tali
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Natalee
What does the name Natalee mean?
"born on Christmas Day" (from Latin). "birthday of the Lord" (from Latin (natale domini)). Natalee is an alternate spelling of Natalie, which comes from the Latin Natalia, derived from natale domini meaning birthday of the Lord (Christmas). It was traditionally given to girls born on or around Christmas Day, and has been used in this sense since at least the 4th century, when it was the name of the wife of the martyr Saint Adrian of Nicomedia.
What is the origin of the name Natalee?
Natalee has Latin, Latin (natale domini), American, French, Eastern European, and Russian origins. In Latin, it means "born on Christmas Day". In Latin (natale domini), it means "birthday of the Lord".
Is Natalee a boy or girl name?
Natalee is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Natalee?
Natalee is currently ranked #2253 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Natalee?
Common nicknames for Natalee include Nat, Nata, Lee, and Tali.
What are good middle names for Natalee?
Popular middle name pairings include Natalee Rose, Natalee Grace, Natalee Marie, Natalee Claire, Natalee Ann, Natalee Jane, and Natalee Elise.
What are good sibling names for Natalee?
Names that pair well with Natalee as siblings include Natalia, Ava, Isabelle, Julian, Sebastian, and Gabriel.
How many syllables does Natalee have?
Natalee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Natalee a common or rare name?
Natalee is an uncommon name, ranked #2253 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Natalee
Natalee is a girl name with American, French, Eastern European, and Russian origins . The name means "born on Christmas Day" in Latin .
Natalee is currently ranked #2,253 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Natalee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Natalee include Nat, Nata, Lee, and Tali. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Natalee include Natalie, Natalia, Nataly, Natasha, Natalya . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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