Matai
boy name#6143 in 2025Matai entered the US charts in 1998, peaked at #3265 in 2013, ranks #6143 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1998–2025
#6143
rank today
#3265
peak (2013)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #6439 |
| 2000s | #6661 |
| 2010s | #4218 |
| 2020s | #6315 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Matai has been most popular in CA, HI.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Matai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Matai is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Matai in 2025?
- Matai ranks #6143 among US boy names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Matai most popular?
- Matai peaked in 2013, reaching #3265 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Matai with classmates?
- Matai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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