Matei
Boy nameMatei has been given to 281 babies in the U.S. since 1996. It peaked in 2019. In 2025, about 1 in 131,390 boys was named Matei.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
281
Peak year
2019 (19 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1996
10-year trend
▲ +18%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Matei — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Matei.
Sibling name ideas for Matei
Same era and popularity as Matei, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Matei?
Matei has been given to 281 babies in the U.S. since 1996. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Matei peak?
Matei peaked in 2019, when 19 babies were given the name.
Is Matei a girl or boy name?
Matei is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Matei are boys).
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