What's the difference between Nathan and Nathaniel?
The name Nathan comes from the Hebrew language meaning “he has given”, whereas the Hebrew Nethan'el (Nathaniel) means more specifically “God has given” (thanks to the “El” component). ... All three masculine names are related to the Hebrew noun “mattan” which means “gift” (see Matthew).
Who was Nathaniel in the Bible and what did he do?
Nathanael or Nathaniel (Hebrew נתנאל, "God has given") of Cana in Galilee was a follower or disciple of Jesus, mentioned only in the Gospel of John in Chapters 1 and 21.
Is Nathaniel a good name?
Although Nathan is more popular, the more dignified Nathaniel dropped out of the Top 100 for the first time since 1977 in 2016. Despite the profusion of Nat names around, Nathaniel remains singularly appealing and distinctive, with several attractive nicknames — Nat, Natty and Nate.
What is the real meaning of Nathaniel?
a male given name: from a Hebrew word meaning “gift of God.”