Math

“gift of God” — Associated with the name Matthew

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1566US 2023

634Births / yr

→Stable

100All-time births

📅 Since 188000.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Math

MATH

/ˈmæθ/ · stress on MATH · 1 syllable

“gift of God”

Associated with the name Matthew · English origin

What does Math mean and where does it come from?

The name Math is derived from the Hebrew name Mattathias (מַתִּתְיָהוּ), which means 'gift of God'. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries and can also be associated with the name Matthew. It is often used as a short form of Matthew. Notable people with the name include Mathias Cor

Cultural significance

Math has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift of god.

Peak popularity

Reached #788 in 1880 — currently #1566 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Math?

Math works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Math Grace

How popular is Math right now?

Holding steady — currently #1566 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1880–2023#1566 · Top 1.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1566	634	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1571	614	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1576	584	▲ up 1850 · +8243% births
1925	#3426	7	▼ down 788 · -22% births
1915	#2638	9	▼ down 1602 · +80% births
1890	#1036	5	▼ down 170 · -17% births
1885	#866	6	▼ down 78 · -14% births
1880	#788	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Math

Best Year2023Rank #1566

Peak Count634

Average Rank#2155

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1915 - 20235 years

The story of Math

Math has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. With 100 total births recorded, Math remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #788 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1566 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Math in 1880:

John William James Charles George

Math by decade

Math peaked in the 1880s. See all 1880s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	18
1890s	20
1910s	26
1920s ★	30
1930s	6

💎Math has only 100 total recorded births since 1880 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Math?

Common

What names sound and feel like Math?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Math also consider these

Mat

English · English

Matt

American · derived from Matthew;

Mats

Netherlands · Gift of God

Hath

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Vietnamese · Strong, powerful

Mayk

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Math

What does the name Math mean?

Math means "gift of God" — a name rooted in English 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 Math?

Math is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Math?

Math originates from English tradition. English 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 Math?

Math is a one-syllable name pronounced M AE1 TH. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Math sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Math flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Math ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.