Name meaning & originNatalie
/NAT-ah-lee/
Natalie is a Latin girl's name pronounced /NAT-ah-lee/. The name Natalie literally means 'birthday' or 'relating to birth'.
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Meaning of Natalie
The name Natalie literally means 'birthday' or 'relating to birth'.
It is derived from the Latin phrase 'dies natalis', which specifically refers to the birth of Christ, or Christmas Day. The name originally evolved from the Latin word 'natalis', meaning 'pertaining to birth'. Historically, the name was often bestowed upon children born on or near the Christmas holiday.
- Origin
- Latin
- Pronunciation
- /NAT-ah-lee/
Cultural background
While it has roots in early Christianity and Eastern Orthodoxy, Natalie became widely popular in the English-speaking world during the 20th century and remains a common choice in North America and Europe.
Variations & nicknames
- Natalia
- Natalie
- Natasha
- Noelle
- Nat
- Nathalie
Famous people named Natalie
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Natalie Portman
Academy Award-winning actress and filmmaker
Film · Modern
Natalie Wood
Star of 'West Side Story' and 'Rebel Without a Cause'
Film · Mid-20th Century
Natalie Cole
Grammy-winning singer and daughter of Nat King Cole
Music · Late 20th Century
Natalie Merchant
Singer-songwriter and former lead singer of 10,000 Maniacs
Music · Modern
Natalie Gulbis
Professional golfer on the LPGA Tour
Sport · Modern
Frequently asked about Natalie
- What is the holiday connection to the name Natalie?
- The name is derived from the Latin 'dies natalis', meaning 'birthday', specifically referring to the birth of Jesus on Christmas Day.
- Is Natalie a French or Russian name?
- Natalie is the English and French form, while Natalia is the Latin and Italian form, and Natasha is the Russian diminutive.
- What are common nicknames for Natalie?
- Common nicknames include Nat, Natty, Nattie, and sometimes Talia or Sasha.
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