Mateen
Mateen is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Firm, strong, solid, or steadfast.
Origin and history
Mateen is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning firm, strong, or steadfast. It is historically one of the attributes attributed to God in Islamic tradition (Al-Mateen). In the United States, it remains a rare choice, though it has seen steady, minor usage in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
633 babies in the United States have been named Mateen since 1880. It ranks #4043 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1825.
States where it is most popular
- CA (90.2 %)
- NY (6.5 %)
- VA (3.3 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 29 |
| 1990-2000 | 124 |
| 2000-2010 | 195 |
| 2010-2019 | 178 |
| 2020-2029 | 102 |
Fun facts
- In Arabic, 'Al-Mateen' translates to 'The Firm One' or 'The Unshakeable' and is traditionally counted among the divine names in Islam.
- While used continuously, fewer than 1,000 boys have been named Mateen in the United States since 1880.