Mate
“Mate is a name well-known in Hungary, deriving from 'Maté', a variant of Matthew”
Hungary origin · Boy name
#10210US 2020
6Births / yr
↓Falling
74All-time births
📅 Since 197800
How to pronounce Mate
MAYT
/ˈmeɪt/ · stress on MAYT · 1 syllable
“Mate is a name well-known in Hungary, deriving from 'Maté', a variant of Matthew”
Hungary origin · Boy name
What does Mate mean and where does it come from?
Mate is a name well-known in Hungary, deriving from 'Maté', a variant of Matthew. In Spanish-speaking countries, 'Mate' is used colloquially to mean 'friend'. The name has seen a rise in informal use in various cultures, often symbolizing camaraderie.
Cultural significance
Mate has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hungary-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hungarian.
Peak popularity
Reached #6719 in 1978 — currently #10210 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Mate?
Mate works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Mate Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Mate Rose
Floral · soft ending
Mate Mae
Sweet · timeless
Mate Claire
French influence · crisp
Mate Jane
Literary · strong
Mate Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Mate right now?
Falling — down 307 spots — currently #10210 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Mate
Mate is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 74 total births recorded, Mate remains relatively uncommon.
Names that peaked alongside Mate in 1978:
Mate by decade
Mate peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | |
| 2000s | 25 | |
| 2010s ★ | 38 | |
| 2020s | 6 |
Mate has only 74 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Mate?
Common
MatMatieMaty
What names sound and feel like Mate?
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Common questions about the name Mate
What does the name Mate mean?
Mate means "Hungarian" — a name rooted in Hungary tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Mate?
Mate is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Mate have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Mate?
Mate originates from Hungary tradition. Hungary names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Mate?
Mate is a one-syllable name pronounced M EY1 T. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
How does Mate sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Mate flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Mate ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
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