Mather
boy nameMather entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3697 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3697
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3897 |
| 1920s | #3954 |
| 2000s | #12055 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Mather are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Mather alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mather in 2025?
- Mather is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Mather most popular?
- Mather peaked in 1928, reaching #3697 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mather with classmates?
- Mather will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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