"born on Christmas Day, birthday of the Lord"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
Natalie
Pronunciation: [ n-AT-uhl-ee ]
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The Story of Natalie
Natalie comes from the Latin phrase 'natalis dies Domini' meaning 'birthday of the Lord' — Christmas Day. The name was traditionally given to girls born around Christmas, particularly in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions. The French form Nathalie, Italian Natalia, and Russian Natalya all carry the same festive meaning. Saint Natalia of Nicomedia is venerated in Eastern Christianity as a 4th-century martyr who supported Christian prisoners.
Natalie has been a consistent US top 50 girls' name throughout the 21st century. Actress Natalie Portman (Star Wars, Black Swan) has maintained the name's modern visibility across generations. Natalie Wood's classic Hollywood glamour also cemented its timeless appeal in American cultural memory.
In Russia and Eastern Europe, Natalya is extremely common — Tolstoy's War and Peace features the beloved character Natasha (an affectionate diminutive of Natalya). In Catholic countries, the connection to Christ's nativity gives the name spiritual significance tied to the joy of Christmas. In France, Nathalie has been a consistently popular classic for generations.
Historical Record
Natalie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 355,811 babies have been named Natalie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Natalie is past its peak , currently ranked #73 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Natalie Wood starred in 'Miracle on 34th Street' (1947) as a child, linking her name forever to the magic of Christmas
- Natasha, the Russian diminutive of Natalya, was made famous worldwide through Natasha Rostova in Tolstoy's War and Peace (1869)
Natalie in Other Languages
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Nathalie
German
Natalie
Italian
Natalia
Russian
Наталья
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Natalia
Popularity Over Time
#73
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 2008
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Natalie
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Natalie Portman
Actor
1981
Israeli-American actress and filmmaker who won the Academy Award for Black Swan (2011) and starred in the Star Wars preq...
Israeli-American actress and filmmaker who won the Academy Award for Black Swan (2011) and starred in the Star Wars prequel trilogy
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Natalie Imbruglia
Musician
1975
Australian singer-songwriter and actress known for the hit song Torn
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Natalie Wood
Actor
1938
American actress known for Miracle on 34th Street, West Side Story, and Rebel Without a Cause, one of the iconic faces o...
American actress known for Miracle on 34th Street, West Side Story, and Rebel Without a Cause, one of the iconic faces of Hollywood's golden age
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Natasha Rostova Fictional
Other
Beloved protagonist of Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace (1869), considered one of world literature's greatest and most vivid ...
Beloved protagonist of Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace (1869), considered one of world literature's greatest and most vivid female characters
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #73
- Total SSA Count
- 3,114
- Cultural Origins
- French English American Russian German
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Natalie
What does the name Natalie mean?
"born on Christmas Day, birthday of the Lord" (from Latin). Natalie comes from the Latin phrase 'natalis dies Domini' meaning 'birthday of the Lord' — Christmas Day. The name was traditionally given to girls born around Christmas, particularly in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions. The French form Nathalie, Italian Natalia, and Russian Natalya all carry the same festive meaning. Saint Natalia of Nicomedia is venerated in Eastern Christianity as a 4th-century martyr who supported Christian prisoners.
What is the origin of the name Natalie?
Natalie has Latin, French, English, American, Russian, and German origins. In Latin, it means "born on Christmas Day, birthday of the Lord".
Is Natalie a boy or girl name?
Natalie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #73. As a boy name, it is ranked #15811. Natalie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Natalie?
Natalie is pronounced n-AT-uhl-ee.
How popular is the name Natalie?
Natalie is currently ranked #73 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Natalie?
Common nicknames for Natalie include Nat and Nattie.
What are good middle names for Natalie?
Popular middle name pairings include Natalie Grace, Natalie Rose, Natalie Jane, Natalie Marie, Natalie Louise, and Natalie Anne.
What are good sibling names for Natalie?
Names that pair well with Natalie as siblings include Sophie, Claire, Henry, James, Charlotte, and Thomas.
How many syllables does Natalie have?
Natalie has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Natalie a common or rare name?
Natalie is a very popular name, ranked #73 among girl names in the United States.
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About the Name Natalie
Natalie is a girl name with French, English, American, Russian, and German origins . The name means "born on Christmas Day, birthday of the Lord" in Latin .
Is Natalie a boy or girl name? Natalie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #73 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #15,811. Natalie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Natalie is currently ranked #73 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Natalie has 3 syllables and is pronounced n-AT-uhl-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Natalie include Nat and Nattie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Natalie include Natalia, Nataly, Natasha, Natalya, Natalee . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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