Matheo
Matheo is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Gift of God.
Origin and history
Matheo is a modern variant spelling of Mateo or Matteo, which derive from the Hebrew name Mattanyahu. It has seen a notable increase in usage in the United States in recent years, particularly among parents seeking an international or contemporary twist on Matthew.
Popularity in the United States
2,451 babies in the United States have been named Matheo since 1880. It ranks #2619 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #905.
States where it is most popular
- TX (24 %)
- CA (22.7 %)
- FL (16.8 %)
- IL (5.9 %)
- NY (5.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 11 |
| 2000-2010 | 139 |
| 2010-2019 | 925 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,376 |
Nicknames
Mat, Teo
Fun facts
- Matheo shares the exact same Hebrew etymological root as the English name Matthew and Spanish Mateo.
- The majority of U.S. births registered with the spelling Matheo have occurred in recent years as alternative spellings gain traction.