Matan
Matan is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Gift or present.
Origin and history
Matan is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning gift. It is a traditional name in Israel that has seen modest, steady usage in the United States, particularly within Jewish communities.
Popularity in the United States
863 babies in the United States have been named Matan since 1880. It ranks #3814 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1778.
States where it is most popular
- NY (60.1 %)
- CA (35.1 %)
- MD (2.4 %)
- NJ (2.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 50 |
| 1990-2000 | 160 |
| 2000-2010 | 244 |
| 2010-2019 | 260 |
| 2020-2029 | 149 |
Famous people named Matan
- Matan Vilnai: Politician, Military Officer
- Matan Baltaxa: Athlete, Footballer
Fun facts
- The name shares its Hebrew root with other popular names like Matthew, Nathan, and Nathaniel, all relating to the word for gift.
- While relatively uncommon in mainstream American culture, Matan remains a popular given name in modern Israel.