Mattheo

“gift of God.”

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3317US 2023

36Births / yr

→Stable

127All-time births

📅 Since 200900

How to pronounce Mattheo

MATTH·EE·oh

/ˈmætθ.ˈiː.oʊ/ · stress on MATTH · 3 syllables

“gift of God.”

Italy origin · Boy name

What does Mattheo mean and where does it come from?

Mattheo is a variant of the name Matteo, which is the Italian form of Matthew. It is derived from the Hebrew name מַתִּתְיָהוּ (Mattithyahu), meaning 'gift of God.' The name has been popular throughout history and remains a popular choice in various cultures today including the Americas. Mattheo's u

Cultural significance

Mattheo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #5304 in 2019 — currently #3317 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mattheo?

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

Mattheo Grace

How popular is Mattheo right now?

Holding steady — currently #3317 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#3317 · Top 2.4%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3317	36	▼ down 2
2022	#3315	36	▲ up 1011 · +50% births
2021	#4326	24	▲ up 2187 · +85% births
2020	#6513	13	▲ up 519 · +8% births
2015	#7032	12	▲ up 5014 · +100% births
2010	#12046	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mattheo

Best Year2022Rank #3315

Peak Count36

Average Rank#6092

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Mattheo

Mattheo is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 127 total births recorded, Mattheo remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12046 in 2010 to #3317 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Mattheo in 2019:

Liam Noah Oliver William Elijah

Mattheo by decade

Mattheo peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	6
2010s ★	108
2020s	13

💎Mattheo has only 127 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mattheo?

Common

MatMaAttheo

What names sound and feel like Mattheo?

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

Matteo

Italy · Gift of God

Matheo

Spanish · Gift of God

Mateo

Spain · Gift of God

Marieo

Italy · Latin/Spanish

Marchelo

Italy · Italian

Marreo

Spain · from the marsh

Anteo

Italy · before

Maceo

Spain · Meaning unclear, possibly

Common questions about the name Mattheo

What does the name Mattheo mean?

Mattheo means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Italy 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 Mattheo?

Mattheo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Mattheo have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Mattheo?

Mattheo originates from Italy tradition. Italy 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 Mattheo?

Mattheo is a three-syllable name pronounced M AE1 T TH IY1 OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Mattheo?

Mattheo pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.