Matteo
Matteo is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Gift of God.
Origin and history
Matteo is the Italian form of the name Matthew, derived from the Hebrew name Mattanyah. It has grown rapidly in popularity in the United States in recent years as parents seek classic yet international choices. The name carries a warm, melodic sound with rich historical roots.
Popularity in the United States
33,483 babies in the United States have been named Matteo since 1880. It ranks #638 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #155.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.9 %)
- TX (12.9 %)
- NY (10.2 %)
- FL (7.9 %)
- NJ (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 102 |
| 1920-1930 | 180 |
| 1930-1940 | 65 |
| 1940-1950 | 7 |
| 1950-1960 | 26 |
| 1960-1970 | 74 |
| 1970-1980 | 120 |
| 1980-1990 | 174 |
| 1990-2000 | 676 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,241 |
| 2010-2019 | 14,630 |
| 2020-2029 | 14,188 |
Famous people named Matteo
- Matteo Matteo: Cyclist
- Matteo Berrettini: Tennis player
- Matteo Bocelli: Singer, Musician
Nicknames
Teo, Matty, Matt
Fun facts
- Matteo is one of the most consistently popular boy names in Italy.
- The name has seen significant growth in the U.S. during the 2020s.