Find out how popular the first name Nadal has been for the last 9 years (from 2011 to 2019) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Nadal by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Nadal is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2019, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Nadal.

The history of the first name Nadal

Nadal is a masculine given name of Catalan origin, derived from the Latin word "natalis," meaning "birthday" or "Christmas." The name has been in use since medieval times in the regions of Catalonia, Valencia, and the Balearic Islands in Spain.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Nadal can be traced back to the 12th century in Catalan-speaking regions. It was commonly used as a name for children born around the Christmas season, reflecting the name's connection to the Nativity of Christ.

In the 13th century, the name Nadal appeared in several historical records and documents from the Kingdom of Aragon and the Crown of Aragon, which encompassed parts of present-day Spain and the Mediterranean regions. During this period, the name gained popularity among the Catalan nobility and upper classes.

One of the earliest notable figures with the name Nadal was Nadal Crespí (c. 1260-1330), a prominent Majorcan writer and philosopher known for his works on logic and natural philosophy. Another notable bearer of the name was Nadal Caldes (c. 1365-1436), a Catalan friar and theologian who served as the Bishop of Barcelona from 1420 to 1436.

In the 15th century, the name Nadal appeared in several religious texts and liturgical calendars in the Catalan regions. It was often associated with the celebration of Christmas and the birth of Jesus Christ.

During the Renaissance period, the name Nadal continued to be used in Catalan-speaking regions, and several notable individuals bore this name. One such figure was Nadal Batle (c. 1550-1610), a Majorcan poet and playwright renowned for his contributions to the development of Catalan literature.

In the 17th century, Nadal Monjo (1597-1663) was a prominent Catalan jurist and historian who served as the official chronicler of the Principality of Catalonia. His works provide valuable insights into the history and culture of the region during this period.

Moving into the 20th century, one of the most famous bearers of the name Nadal was the Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal (born 1986), widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. He has won numerous Grand Slam titles and has been ranked as the world's No. 1 player several times.

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