Matty

“Gift of God” — Associated with the male name Matthew

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 16% boys♀ 84% girls

#6315US 2023

19Births / yr

↑Rising

801All-time births

📅 Since 190400

What does Matty mean and where does it come from?

Matty is often used as a diminutive form of Matilda or Matthew. Though traditionally associated with the male name Matthew, it has also gained traction as a unisex name, particularly in modern times. The name originates from Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God'. The name Matty has been used in p

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #1690 in 1905 — currently #6315 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Matty?

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

Matty Grace

How popular is Matty right now?

Rising fast — up 63 spots — currently #6315 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1905–2023#6315 · Top 4.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6315	19	▲ up 63
2022	#6378	19	▼ down 61
2021	#6317	19	▼ down 1590 · -30% births
2020	#4727	27	▲ up 1310 · +29% births
2015	#6037	21	▲ up 611 · +11% births
2010	#6648	19	▼ down 96 · +6% births
2005	#6552	18	▲ up 643 · +29% births
2000	#7195	14	▼ down 1950 · -22% births
1995	#5245	18	▲ up 4076 · +125% births
1990	#9321	8	▼ down 3238 · -27% births
1985	#6083	11	▲ up 3118 · +83% births
1980	#9201	6	▼ down 5721 · -25% births
1930	#3480	8	▼ down 39 · -11% births
1920	#3441	9	▲ up 1013 · +80% births
1915	#4454	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Matty

Best Year1905Rank #1690

Peak Count27

Average Rank#5818

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1905 - 202316 years

The story of Matty

Matty entered American naming records in 1904 and has been in use for over 120 years. With 801 total births recorded, Matty remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1690 in 1905, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6315 in 2023. Matty is used for both genders: 84% female and 16% male.

Names that peaked alongside Matty in 1905:

Mary Helen Margaret Anna Ruth

Matty by decade

Matty peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	12
1910s	62
1920s	77
1930s	26
1940s	5
1950s	27
1960s	8
1980s	72
1990s	104
2000s	183
2010s ★	198
2020s	27

💎Matty has only 801 total recorded births since 1904 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Matty?

Common

MatMa

What names sound and feel like Matty?

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

Marty

American · Latin

Patty

American · Diminutive form of

Maty

Poland · Hungarian

Matt

American · derived from Matthew;

Mitty

American · A beloved name

Katty

English · pure

Batty

Arabic · A Arabic name

Hatty

English · English

Common questions about the name Matty

What does the name Matty mean?

Matty means "Gift of God" — a name rooted in American 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 Matty?

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

What is the cultural origin of Matty?

Matty originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Matty a common or rare name?

Matty is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

Is Matty more of a girl or boy name?

Matty is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.