How popular is the name Mat in 2025?

Mat is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Mat most popular?

Mat peaked in 1880, reaching #442 among US boy names.

Mat will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Mat entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #442 in 1880, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#442

peak (1880)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Mat are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Mat alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Mat in 2025?: Mat is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Mat most popular?: Mat peaked in 1880, reaching #442 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Mat with classmates?: Mat will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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