Names Starting With M
BoySpanish#8 in 2025
Mateo
Mateo is a boys' name of Spanish origin meaning “Gift of God.” It ranked #8 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
mah-TAY-oh
Meaning & Origin
The name Mateo means “Gift of God.” It comes from the Spanish language tradition.
Spanish form of Matthew, rapidly rising in the US. Reflects the growing influence of Hispanic naming traditions in American culture.
Popularity Over Time
#202020
#152021
#122022
#102023
#92024
#82025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #8 |
| 2024 | #9 |
| 2023 | #10 |
| 2022 | #12 |
| 2021 | #15 |
| 2020 | #20 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Mateo
- Mateo Kovačić
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