Overview
Nathan is a masculine given name. It is derived from the Hebrew verb meaning gave (standard Hebrew Natan, Yiddish Nussen/Nosson, Tiberian Hebrew Nāṯān). The meaning of the name in Jewish culture could be rendered "he has given" "gift from God".
In the Bible
Nathan (prophet), a prophet who lived in the time of Kings David and Solomon
Nathan (son of David), son of David and his wife Bathsheba
Notable people with this name
Rabbi Nathan (disambiguation), multiple people
Nathan of Gaza, 17th century prophet
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Nathan Adams (born 1991), footballer
Nathan Adrian (born 1988), American swimmer
Nathan Aké (born 1995), footballer currently playing for Manchester City
Nathan Alterman (1910–70), Israeli poet, journalist, and translator
Nathan Amos (born 1979), South African born-Israeli rugby player
Nathan Azarcon Filipino bass player and nationalist
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