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Matai

Gender
Male
Meaning
Gift From God
Origin
Hebrew

Matai Popularity Snapshot

Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 460 baby boys have been named Matai. The name peaked in 2012 with 33 US births that year (rank #3338). In 2024, ranked #5563 nationally — 2,225 places below its 2012 peak.

Top States for Matai

Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Matai births are: California (59), Hawaii (5).

Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Matai

If you like Matai's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →

5-Letter Names Starting with M

Names with Matai's exact length and starting letter: Mabel, Mable, Mabon, Mabuz, Mabyn.

Quick Facts About Matai

1,531
Hebrew baby names in our dictionary
695
Hebrew male names
266
5-letter M-names in our dictionary
767
M-male names total
Not in registry
US SSA records — name appears fewer than 5 times in any year

Variant Forms

NameMeaningGenderOrigin
Mateo God's Gift Male Spanish
Matteo Variant Of Matthew. Gift Of God. Male Italian
Mattie Strong In War Female French
Matty Strong In War Female French

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