UK girl's name
Natahlia
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "gift from God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Natahlia is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Natahlia popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5765, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 4 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2006 to 2017. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Natahlia. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2018 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Natahlia ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 4 girls were registered as Natahlia.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Natahlia as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5765
2017
Births in 2017
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
4 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Natahlia mean?
The given name Natahlia is believed to have its origins in the Hebrew language, deriving from the name Nathaniel, which means "gift of God." The name first appeared in the biblical texts of the Old Testament, where it was borne by one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ.
During the Middle Ages, the name Natahlia gained popularity across Europe, particularly in regions with strong Christian traditions. Various spellings emerged, including Natalia, Natalja, and Natalya, reflecting the linguistic adaptations in different cultures and regions.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Natahlia can be found in the writings of the 4th-century Christian philosopher and theologian, St. Augustine of Hippo. He mentioned a woman named Natahlia in his work "City of God," describing her as a pious and virtuous individual.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Natahlia. In the 10th century, Natahlia of Arles was a powerful noblewoman and influential figure in the medieval Kingdom of Arles. Natahlia Dolgorukova (1714-1771) was a Russian princess and a prominent patron of the arts during the reign of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna.
In the realm of literature, Natahlia Nikolayevna Pushkina (1812-1863) was the wife of the renowned Russian poet Alexander Pushkin. She played a significant role in preserving and promoting her husband's literary legacy after his untimely death.
Natahlia Trotsky (1882-1962), the wife of the Soviet revolutionary Leon Trotsky, was a dedicated activist and supporter of the Bolshevik cause during the Russian Revolution and the early years of the Soviet Union.
Another notable figure was Natahlia Sedova (1882-1962), a Russian revolutionary and the second wife of Leon Trotsky. She accompanied her husband during his years in exile and played a crucial role in preserving his political and literary works.
While the name Natahlia has undergone various adaptations and variations across cultures, its essence as a name with biblical roots and a rich historical tapestry remains intact, making it a name with a profound and enduring legacy.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Natahlia over time
The chart below shows babies named Natahlia registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2017. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Natahlia, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2017, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Natahlia by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Natahlia was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5765 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4341 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Natahlia
- Niamh 20,347
- Nicole 19,687
- Natasha 15,578
- Nancy 12,607
- Naomi 12,199
- Natalie 10,885
- Nevaeh 7,869
- Nina 7,285
- Neve 7,180
- Natalia 7,099
- Nadia 6,032
- Nicola 4,927
FAQ
Natahlia: questions and answers
How popular is the name Natahlia in the UK right now?
In 2017, Natahlia was ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Natahlia most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 4 babies registered as Natahlia in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Natahlia?
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "gift from God".
How many people are called Natahlia in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Natahlia across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.