Mateo
Mateo is a boy name that ranked #7 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1904. Its best recorded rank was #6 in 2023.
Latest rank
#7
Peak rank
#6
Reached in 2023
Total recorded usage
73,278
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1904
What To Know About Mateo
Mateo has grown fast in the US because it sounds energetic and international at the same time. It appeals to parents who want a top-tier name that still feels fresher than older standards.
Mateo is currently a top 10 boy name in the US, which puts it firmly in the mainstream for parents naming babies in 2024.
SSA data shows Mateo appearing in official records as far back as 1904, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #6 in 2023, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Editorial Extras
Common nicknames: Teo, Matt
Sibling style ideas: Lucas, Sofia, Isabella, Leo
Well-known namesakes: Mateo Kovacic, footballer
Page Notes
Pronunciation: mah-TAY-oh
Origin: Spanish
Editorial status: published
Confidence: high
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/name/mateoUsed to review origin and pronunciation guidance.