Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nathan

Proper Noun
/ˈneɪθən/
Definition
A male given name of Hebrew origin, meaning ‘he has given’.
Examples
  • Nathan is one of the most popular names in many English-speaking countries.
  • My friend Nathan loves to play basketball.
  • In the movie, the character named Nathan was known for his intelligence.
Meaning
The name Nathan is often associated with the biblical figure Nathan, who was a prophet in the Hebrew Bible.
Synonyms
  • None (Proper names usually do not have synonyms)