Mathew
boy name#973 in 2025Mathew entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #139 in 1984, ranks #973 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#973
rank today
#139
peak (1984)
235
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #245 |
| 1890s | #274 |
| 1900s | #344 |
| 1910s | #378 |
| 1920s | #461 |
| 1930s | #634 |
| 1940s | #693 |
| 1950s | #543 |
| 1960s | #368 |
| 1970s | #212 |
| 1980s | #151 |
| 1990s | #192 |
| 2000s | #306 |
| 2010s | #493 |
| 2020s | #863 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mathew has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 68,000 people named Mathew are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mathew alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mathew in 2025?
- Mathew ranks #973 among US boy names in 2025, with 235 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mathew most popular?
- Mathew peaked in 1984, reaching #139 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mathew with classmates?
- Mathew will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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