netanel

Netanel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. It is derived from the Hebrew elements natan, meaning “to give,” and El, meaning “God,” and is commonly interpreted as “God has given” or “Gift of God.” The name appears in the Hebrew Bible in several forms, including Netanel and Nethanel; one Nethanel is listed as a leader of the tribe of Issachar during the census of the Israelites, and other biblical figures bear the name in different books.

In modern usage, Netanel is common among Jewish communities and in Israel, where it is typically given to boys. The name has several transliterations, including Netanel, Netan’el, Nethanel, and Nethaneel, reflecting Hebrew spelling and pronunciation. While primarily masculine, variations exist across communities and languages.

The root of Netanel also informs related names and surnames. For example, Netanyahu is a surname derived from the same root meaning “God has given,” though it functions differently in contemporary naming as a family name rather than a given name.

Overall, Netanel remains a widely used Hebrew name with biblical roots and enduring popularity in Jewish and Israeli naming traditions.