Motty

“gift of God”

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4692US 2023

22Births / yr

↑Rising

117All-time births

📅 Since 200500

What does Motty mean and where does it come from?

Motty is a diminutive form of the Hebrew name Motiyahu (מותי יהו), which means 'gift of God.' It is popular among Hebrew-speaking communities and is often used in Israel. The name has been utilized in various forms in the Jewish diaspora, particularly in the United States.

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #5451 in 2018 — currently #4692 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Motty?

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

Motty Grace

How popular is Motty right now?

Rising fast — up 1360 spots — currently #4692 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#4692 · Top 3.5%

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2010

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4692	22	▲ up 1360 · +47% births
2022	#6052	15	▼ down 568 · -12% births
2021	#5484	17	▲ up 2332 · +70% births
2020	#7816	10	▲ up 2523 · +43% births
2015	#10339	7	▲ up 3301 · +40% births
2010	#13640	5	▼ down 2219 · -17% births
2005	#11421	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Motty

Best Year2023Rank #4692

Peak Count22

Average Rank#8492

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Motty

Motty is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2005. With 117 total births recorded, Motty remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11421 in 2005 to #4692 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Motty in 2018:

Liam Noah William James Oliver

Motty by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	19
2010s ★	88
2020s	10

💎Motty has only 117 total recorded births since 2005 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Motty?

Common

MotMo

What names sound and feel like Motty?

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

American · Gift of God

Mutty

Germanic · a diminutive of

Molly

English · wished-for child

Common questions about the name Motty

What does the name Motty mean?

Motty means "gift of God" — a name rooted in Israel 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 Motty?

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

What is the cultural origin of Motty?

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

Is Motty trending right now?

Motty is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Motty a common or rare name?

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