Natalie

原Savanna Samson is the stage name of Natalie Oliveros, an American former pornographic actress. The winner of several AVN Awards, she has spent most of her career as a contract performer with major producer Vivid Entertainment, and is known for her roles in acclaimed adult films such as The New Devil in Miss Jones. In addition to performing, she has her own adult film studio, Savanna Samson Productions. A native of upstate New York, she entered the adult film industry in 2000, after working as a dancer at the Manhattan strip club, Scores.

原Natalie Portman is an actress, producer and director with dual American and Israeli citizenship. Her first role was in the 1994 action thriller Léon: The Professional, opposite Jean Reno. She was later cast as Padmé Amidala in the Star Wars prequel trilogy.

原Natalie Weber is an Argentinian model. She married Mauro Zarate in June 2011, and the couple gave birth to their daughter Mia on January 1st 2012.

原I always thought it meant "birthday" and not "Christmas day."

原Natalie wood is a famous Natalie. I love this name.

原Natalie Stovall and the Drive is an American country music group composed of Natalie Stovall, Miguel Cancino, Joel Dormer, and James Bavendam. Their debut single, "Baby Come On with It", was released in February 2014 after receiving airplay on Sirius XM Radio.

原Also used in Arab-speaking countries (variant transcription of Nataly; نتالي), Netherlands and Scandinavia.

原Natalie Raquel Vinti Nuño is a Mexican-American soccer player from San Diego, California. She was a defender for the University of San Diego women's soccer team and the Mexico women's national football team. She currently is leading a successful career as a Professional Services Recruiter at Aerotek.

原My mom chose this name for me because she liked it and because she didn't think there were any nicknames for it and that was important to her. People have always complimented me on my name. I've always preferred Nat but nobody will call me that. I wish I had a nickname.

原I truly despise this name. The name itself doesn't sound appealing to me, and like what the person above said switching it up to Natalia is much prettier and most sophisticated. I wouldn't recommend anyone naming their daughter Natalie. It's bland and ugly.

原All the Natalies I know are super stuck up and snobby. Plus, in my opinion, it isn't even a pretty name. It doesn't sound that pleasing to the ear. Even changing it up to Natalia sounds so much better than Natalie. No offense to any of you Natalies out there, it's just an opinion.

原I love the name Natalie- it's a beautiful name.

原Natalie Horler is a German-born British singer and television presenter. She is known as the lead singer of Eurodance/Eurotrance group Cascada. She is known to have a mezzo-soprano voice type and spans three octaves in her range.

原It's a very pretty name, and I would probably like it a lot more if I didn't hear it everywhere. It's so common that it has gotten boring and lost any sense of originality it used to have.

原My name is Natalie and it's my favorite name :)I had a friend point out once that my name looks like" Not a Lie " and it made me like it more because I'm not a phony. Old people say Nat-lee, and when I was a kid it would annoy me. I'd always say "No, it's Nat A lee". I'm so happy I am named this, and I hope to name my daughter's Violet and Autumn.

原I love the name Natalie (pronounced: NAT-ə-lee). I prefer Natalie over Natalia or Natasha.

原Natalie is a song by Bruno Mars.

原Being one of the many Natalies, I've found the pronunciation Na-Duh-lee is the norm in the U.S. I personally hate it. There's no "d" in my name. Plus having had an English Mum who said it correctly just enforced it. To those thinking of this name for their child, get used to hearing back as Ashley or Valery if you pronounced the "t". Or even NahDUHlee regardless of your own emphasis of the "t". I also get an occasional Madelyn in return. I love my name when said properly... but sometimes I wish it was Natalia. She always hears her name right.

原Pretty, but I personally prefer Natalia.

原Natalie does not just mean child of Christmas or Christmas child. It also means birthday child Natal means of or related with birth. Probably how it got translated to meaning Christmas child is the Nativity. Think Pre-Natal, Neonatal and Natal charts. It's not just a Christmas name it's closer to meaning being born. I love my name.

原P.S. Final thoughts about my name "Natalie"... I found throughout the years that some very poorly educated people say my name pronounced, "NAT LEE" which I find to be very distasteful sounding to the ear. Since afterall, I was named after the legendary actress Natalie Wood and I am not black nor do I even look anything close to being black, (well needless to say and no matter how popular she is) I never appreciate my name being associated or tagged with Natalie Cole. Because of the albeit, good natured jolly black men whom may on occasions learn my name by asking or in passing or greeting and then they feel the need to blurt out an extremely crass, loud sounding howl "NAT LEE COLE!" This I find to be the most awkward and uncomfortable situation to be in because they always have such a big hearted smile and it is way too forward and overly friendly of a first time meeting, greeting and introduction, so I always cringe with dispair and can't wait to politely high tail it away as fast as humanly possible whenever I hear that from those guys, sometimes the women too. Besides that, I am not a fan of Natalie Cole at all, but I do admire her father's work. Especially: "You Must Have Been A Beautiful Baby."

原Natalie is a fine name, but I hate the nickname Nat. I always just think of gnat, the annoying insect.

原In British English, this is always pronounced NAT-ə-lee, the T is never ever pronounced like a D in any British accents.

原This name is so cute!

原I hate this name. I prefer Natalia and Natasha.

原Natalie Duncan, an English soul/blues singer.

原This is my name. I hate it. It doesn't suit me. It's too girly, and I desperately want to change it.

原My little sister's name is Natalie and her middle name is Grace, which is very pretty together. Natalie is a very pretty name, and I have only known a few in my life. I don't like the nickname Nat though, and my sister doesn't either. It's not very common to me, and I really think if you want to name your child that, do it!

原I am 32 and my name is Natalie Elena. I've always gotten compliments on both my first and my middle name - I think my mom chose a great name and it fits me well... I am olive skinned, light brown hair, with hazel eyes, pretty, and sweet ;) The name does seem to be growing in popularity these days - but in 32 years, I've really only known 3 other Natalies my age. Thanks Mom!My nickname growing up was Nat the Brat - but didn't care so much, this was mostly only from my older brother.

原Czech version is Natali.

原Natalie is my name, and I don't like it very much, to be honest. I don't really have a specific reason -- I just... don't care for it.It is a lot better than both Natalia and Natasha, both of which I think are ugly names.No one has ever called me "Nat" besides my first grade teacher. Most people just go with Naty, if they use a nickname at all.I should also add that, while this name is common, I haven't met anyone else in real life with this name besides a girl in my art class. The two of us are completely different. It's a little weird to think we have the same name.Oh, and about the pronunciation: I'm not sure if it's nat-a-lee or nad-a-lee. I guess most people just say it with a really soft, quick t, so it sounds like a d. (I live in America, if that helps.) Everyone I've ever met says it like that.

原Czech form is Natali.

原Isn't it weird how this name is popular among Israeli Jews (such as Natalie Portman) when the meaning has to do with a Christian holiday? The reason for this is that it was a traditional name among many immigrants from French and Russian speaking countries who brought this name to Israel. It also sounds good in the Hebrew language: sort of a mix between the modern Hebrew names Natan and Tali.

原My sister-in-law is named Natalie. Ironically, she was born November 24, exactly a month before Christmas! Despite its popularity, I've only known two Natalie's, one being my sister-in-law, and one being a friend of my grandmother's I met about fifteen years ago who was at least sixty. I can't help but think this name is absolutely adorable, there's just something about it that's so likable. Too bad it's gotten so popular, though.

原"Natalie" is a song by Bruno Mars.

原Pronounced NA-tə-lee in British English and Australian English.

原Love, love, love this name. We named our daughter this three years ago. So beautiful and classic. In Latin natal means relating to birth, as in prenatal or antenatal.

原I chose this name for my daughter. It's so elegant. I don't care too much for the nickname. We call her Nana. :) "Nat" doesn't roll off the tongue, and "Allie" didn't stick.

原My most favorite girl's name of all time. It's my daughter's name and I think it's gorgeous.

原This pronunciation guide seems a bit perverse in saying that Natalie is pronounced "NAD-ə-lee" in English. A "t" is a "t", even if it sounds more like a "d" when coming out of an American mouth.

原I think this name is really nice. :) However, it's getting too popular here in America if it's ranked at #14.

原Ideal name for a girl born around Christmas.

原Merry Christmas! Today is Christmas Day, this name means "Christmas Day," and the name of the day is Nicholas! I think this name is cute except Natalie from MONK was a bit of a ditz. Usually I prefer names ending in -a because -ie makes it seem kind of nickname-y. However, this is one of those few names that sounds youthful yet ages well.

原Natalie Babbitt is an author most probably best known for her book tuck everlasting.

原Famous bearer: Natalie Tran of communitychannel on YouTube.

原I would use Natalie, or Natalia or any other forms if I had a daughter born near Christmas, as opposed to Holly, which many people would use.

原In Massachusetts we talk fast too, so Natalie comes out as Nadalie. Well, maybe it's just I talk too fast, because when I try to say Natalie, it just takes too long. :) Anyway, although this name is common where I live, I still find it pretty.

原I think Natalie is a wonderful name. It is becoming more popular, which makes me sad. :( I don't think you need to be born on Christmas Day to have this name, not very many people actually pay attention to the meaning of a name before they name their child. It is a beautiful name for any girl. (:Most people pronounce my name with a "d" sound instead of "t" because where I live in Indiana, we talk really fast and it always comes out sounding like "Nadalie" instead of "Natalie".

原Natalie Daradich is an American stage actress. She first rose to prominence covering the roles of Glinda and Nessarose in the Los Angeles company of Wicked. She covered Glinda in the San Francisco company, before succeeding Helene Yorke as Glinda in the second national touring company.

原I don't like the name Natalie. It's too boring and I know many girls with this name. Sorry but I think it's kind of blah. I much prefer Natalia.

原Natalie is usually pronounced NAH-tah-lee.

原I've always heard it is a form of the Latin natalis, meaning "To be born", or from the Hebrew meaning He gave me or a form of the Hebrew Natal meaning "To lift up".

原Natalie Bassingthwaighte (b 1975) is an Australian actress, singer-songwriter and television personality from Wollongong, New South Wales. She played scheming Isabelle Hoyland in soap opera "Neighbours" and is the lead singer of band Rogue Traders. She's worked as a TV presenter, and has written a book designed to boost girl's self-esteem.

原Yet another bearer is Natalie Horler, the singer from the group Cascada. I love her music!

原Natalie Glebova (1981-), Russian-Canadian model and Miss Universe 2005.

原Natalie is one of my favorite names. I prefer Natalia, but this is beautiful too. It's a pity that Natalie is so overused right now.

原I love this name! It's not very common where I live.

原My name is Natalie, named after Nat King Cole's daughter, Natalie Cole. Since I live in a Spanish family, most of my family pronounces my name "Na-ta-lee-a" because it's kind of difficult to say "Na-ta-lee" in Spanish without not putting an emphasis on the "lee" as "lee-a" as the Spanish language does for feminine names.

原Natalie Anderson (born 24 October 1981) is an English actress and singer. She's best known for her role as Stella Davenport in the ITV1 drama series "The Royal" between 2005 and 2008, and for playing Nessarose in the West End production of the musical "Wicked" from May 2009 to March 2010.

原I really like this name. Ideal name for a very lovable girl.

原This used to be one of my favourite names but lately I've started liking the variant Natalia better.

原Natalie Powell-White was the winner of Survivor: Samoa.

原Another famous bearer was actress Natalie Schafer, who played Lovey Howell on Gilligan's Island.

原I'm 14, and I know almost no other Natalies. In my family, we've always pronounced it nat-uh-lee, but with no special emphasis on the 'T'. Therefore, it could easily be mistaken for a 'd', especially if you mumble. (And I live in southern California, so it can't be uniquely Canadian.) And, I, personally, love my name.

原I live in Ireland, and here we pronounce it NAT-ə-lee.

原Natalie is a pretty name, except that it sounds like my name, Natasha, so people often get them mixed up.

原Natalee Holloway ringing any bells?

原I live in the American South (Georgia) and I have never heard anyone pronounce Natalie without hammering the T and pronouncing it like NAD-uh-lee or NAD-a-lie.

原I really like the name Natalie. It's one of my favorites. I love Christmas and it means Christmas. I don't like it when it's shortened to Nat. People have a tendency to shorten names, so that takes away from this name as a name of choice.

原I've always been frustrated about the meaning of my name as I was born in June (the opposite of Christmas Day), but sometimes I joke that it explains my random personality.

原This is a very feminine and beautiful name that does remind me of a princess. It's a really adorable name and I agree that the nickname Nat is pretty masculine, that's why I would shorten it to Talie or Tally.

原I prefer Natalia.

原Natalie McCaughey is one of the McCaughey spetuplets. Mommy and Daddy McCaughey aren't movie satrs, but she's a special little girl.

原Natalie Gauci, 2007 Australian Idol Winner, is a famous bearer of this name.

原Another famous bearer is Natalie Merchant, who used to be the lead singer of the alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs.

原Natalie is the Czech form. Name Day: 21 December.

原When I hear "Natalie", I think of nice, Midwestern girls from the 1960s. That's it. The name has no zip to it. Dull.

原Come on, do you have to be that rude? A name has nothing to do with someone's personality. My name is Natalie and I'm crazy, loud and talk too much. And I know another Natalie who is the quietest person I've ever met. Names have nothing to do with personality. Ok I'm done ranting or whatever.

原Yuck, it's so common, like seriously grow a personality!

原Natalie McDonald is a character mentioned in the Harry Potter series. The author, JK Rowling, named this character after a Canadian girl who was very sick, loved the books, and wrote to JK. In return, JK wrote back and told her a few secrets of the books to come. Sadly, Natalie had died before the letter arrived. In Goblet of Fire, JK sorted the character Natalie into Gryffindor as a tribute.

原True, Natalie (and Natalia) have become associated with "Christmas Day" through the Italian, natale domini, however, the original Latin word, natalis, was derived from the word, nasci, which meant "to be born." We all have a natal (or birth) day so I see nothing wrong with using this name any day of the year. Natalie is a beautiful name though I slightly prefer Natalia.

原This is my name! I like it, although the funny thing is I wasn't born around Christmas time; I was born in August.

原This is my name. I absolutely love it. I used to not like it, but now it makes me feel beautiful when I am going through a day with lack of confidence. I love it though.

原My sister's name is Natalie, I think it's really pretty. We're Canadian so it's usually pronouced nad-a-lee, nat-a-lee is what she gets if someone is really focusing on saying her name. Like reading it or something. Someone above said something about the spelling is French but actually, the French way is spelt nathalie, with no pronouciation on the h. I know this because we're half French, so her name was almost spelt like that.

原I'm a Natalie, and personally I think it's a pretty name. It's not at all trendy or ornate or ridiculous, which is nice. It does seem a tad overused these days, though it isn't as frequently given as "Lauren" or "Jennifer". I sort of wish less people had it, but what can you do? The funny thing I've discovered about Natalie is that little kids (at least the ones I know) cannot pronounce it for the life of them. It's either Nad-er-lee or Mad-a-lee, which I think is hilarious. :)

原This is a cute name!

原Famous bearer is the lead singer of the Dixie Chicks, Natalie Maines. You probably remember her. She made the apt observation about the President of the United States. ;)

原My sister is named Natalie. I really like the name even though I think it is a really beautiful name for my sister. But still is a nice name.

原This name is popular but not annoyingly so. That makes me like it. I actually like it a lot better than Natalia but the meaning came as a sort of surprise. As I learn more and more about this name, I guessed it was French from the way it was spelled and only just got time to check. Oh, and I live in the Sates and none of the four girls I've met with this name pronounce it NAD-a-lee. It's NAT-a-LEE.

原Natalie Maines is the lead singer of the Dixie Chicks.

原A famous bearer of this name is Natalie MacMaster, a well-known Cape Breton fiddler and Irish step dancer from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada. She is married to Donnell Leahy, who, along with his brothers and sisters, form the Celtic music band Leahy. Personally, I think the name Natalie is a very nice name. I know a little girl who was born last Christmas Eve and is called Natalie Lynn, which is cute.

原Natalie is a really pretty name, and it has an elegant sort of feeling when you say it, like Emily. It's getting popular, and I can see why.

原A famous bearer is Czech singer Natalie Kocábová.

原I think Natalie is a beautiful name.

原My twin sisters Natalia and Noelle were born on Christmas day so my mum named them to remember their birthday. It didn't help at all everybody always forgot and no one could ever come to their birthday parties. Now Noelle says her birthday is June 25 and Natalia says her birthday is December 21.

原I would definitely use this name for a female baby born on Christmas; Natalie Christine or something of that sort.

原I love my name Natalie (pronounced Nat-a-lee NEVER Nad-a-lee!) and I am born on Christmas Day! This is why my parents named me Natalie as I was going to be Katrina. I have met very few other Natalies in the world and am the only one that is actually born on the day it means.

原I love my first name Natalie! I thank my parents for giving it to me. It is the name I use when I introduce myself even though growing up I was called by my middle name at home. I especially like that it is not popular in my age group (in my 40s!) and that it does not lend itself to a nickname.

原A nice name, but very common.

原Natalie Grant is a Christian music artist.