Natalie

Origin and meaning of Natalie

Natalie is the French and English form of Natalia, from the Latin natalis, referring to the natale Domini, that is Christmas. Originally given to children born on Christmas Day, the name spread through the cult of Saint Natalia. Elegant and bright, it is loved in English-speaking countries, France and Germany; its many variants such as Natalia, Nathalie and the Russian Natasha show its wide circulation across Christian Europe.

Variants around the world

How Natalie is said in other languages.

Famous people

• Natalie Portman— actress
• Natalie Cole— singer