Girl · 725th of 35,406
Natalee
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
10,244
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2006
Peak Popularity Year
603
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Natalee stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Natalee is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'birthday'. It has evolved from the Latin 'natalis' to the French 'Natalie' and into the modern English form 'Natalee'. The name is typically associated with joyous traits and is linked to the celebration of birth, although it does not have biblical relevance. It became popular in the late 20th century and is often viewed positively in contemporary contexts.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/nəˈteɪli/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Natalee is derived from the Latin word 'natalis', which means 'of birth' or 'related to birth'. It is often associated with the celebration of Christmas, referring to the birth of Christ.
Meaning
birthday
Language Evolution
Natalis (Latin), Natalie (French), Natalee (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Natalee gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variation of Natalie.
Variants & Derivatives
Natalie, Nathalie, Nat, Natty
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Natalee is perceived as a modern and unique name often associated with positivity and celebration.
Famous People
Natalee Holloway (missing person case), Natalee Kauffman (American actress)
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 603 peak births in 2006
Geographic Spread
Popular across 43 US states, with strongest presence in Arizona
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 15 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5533rd of 9107 | 39 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5645th of 9204 | 38 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5557th of 12526 | 91 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2391st of 19264 | 530 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1691st of 27321 | 1,276 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 725th of 35406 | 5,843 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1205th of 30306 | 2,427 |