Meaning and history
Natale is an Italian masculine name meaning “Christmas” or “birth,” from Latin natalis, “of birth.” It was traditionally given to children born around Christmas and is related to Natalie and Natalio. The Christian feast of the Nativity gives it its primary religious significance. Notable bearers include Italian painter Natale Schiavoni and Italian footballer Natale Gonnella. In Italian, Natale is also the ordinary word for Christmas.
In 2014, 5 babies were recorded with the name Natale, ranking #16,513 among girls.