BoyHebrew origin

Naftali: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

My wrestling, a name of struggle rewarded with triumph.

Origin
Hebrew
Syllables
3
Current rank
#2181
Peak
#1843 in 2018

Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1951: #408619511960: #393519601970: #283419701980: #219419801990: #259619902000: #296720002005: #193820052010: #294620102015: #226620152020: #21812020#1#4086

What Naftali Means

Naftali is a boy name of Hebrew origin. My wrestling, a name of struggle rewarded with triumph.

How Popular Naftali Is

Naftali currently ranks #2181 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1843 in 2018. It has held steady.

Good to Know About Naftali

  • Naftali is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
  • It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.

Names Like Naftali

Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Naftali

Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Naftali.

Questions About Naftali

What does Naftali mean?

Naftali is a boy name of Hebrew origin. My wrestling, a name of struggle rewarded with triumph.

How popular is Naftali?

Naftali currently ranks #2181 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1843 in 2018. It has held steady.

Where does Naftali come from?

Naftali comes from Hebrew roots. Naftali is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.

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