Matai
Boy nameMatai has been given to 474 babies in the U.S. since 1998. It peaked in 2012. In 2025, about 1 in 122,005 boys was named Matai.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
474
Peak year
2012 (33 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1998
10-year trend
▼ -46%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Matai — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Matai.
Sibling name ideas for Matai
Same era and popularity as Matai, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Matai?
Matai has been given to 474 babies in the U.S. since 1998. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Matai peak?
Matai peaked in 2012, when 33 babies were given the name.
Is Matai a girl or boy name?
Matai is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Matai are boys).
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