The name Nate is a girl's name of French, Russian origin meaning "birthday of the Lord".

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Boyish nicknames are back in style for girls, and Nate is one of the more unusual entries in the Billie & Frankie club. While a short form of Natalie would more likely be Nat, Nate can definitely work.

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The name Nate peaked for girls at #3574 in 1980. Nate is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

The name Nate is a boy's name of Hebrew, English origin meaning "given".

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<em>Six Feet Under</em> transformed Nate's image from crusty uncle to cool guy. Nate is one of a new generation of nicknames that go directly on the birth certificate. Other similar names: Sam, Jack, Mack. But Nate is arguably fresher and cooler than many nickname-names.

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The name Nate peaked for boys at #1019 in 1880. The name is most popular in NATE, NATE, and NATE. Nate is occasionally used for girls in 2009.

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