Matei
boy name#6446 in 2025Matei entered the US charts in 1996, peaked at #4951 in 2019, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1996–2025
#6446
rank today
#4951
peak (2019)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7971 |
| 2000s | #8650 |
| 2010s | #7009 |
| 2020s | #7200 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Matei are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Matei is a kid of about 11 — 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 Matei in 2025?
- Matei ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Matei most popular?
- Matei peaked in 2019, reaching #4951 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Matei with classmates?
- Matei will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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