Naithan
Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Naithan
The name 'Naithan' is a variant of 'Nathan', derived from the Hebrew root *natan* meaning "he gave" or "gift," thus signifying "gift from God." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and among Jewish and Christian communities, with historical context tied to the biblical prophet Nathan who served King David.
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Etymology
The name 'Naithan' is a variant of 'Nathan', derived from the Hebrew root *natan* meaning "he gave" or "gift," thus signifying "gift from God." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and among Jewish and Christian communities, with historical context tied to the biblical prophet Nathan who served King David.
Naithan currently ranks #8,052 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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