Matthieu

Boy name

Matthieu has been given to 1,058 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It peaked in 1998. In 2025, about 1 in 155,280 boys was named Matthieu.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,058

Peak year

1998 (36 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1971

10-year trend

▼ -59%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Matthieu — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Mathieuboy

2,416 babies since 1955

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Jontaeboy

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Sibling name ideas for Matthieu

Same era and popularity as Matthieu, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

Sisters

Josi Kylia Danitza Oksana

Brothers

Avelino Gianfranco Jeanluc Dylen

FAQ

How popular is the name Matthieu?

Matthieu has been given to 1,058 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Matthieu peak?

Matthieu peaked in 1998, when 36 babies were given the name.

Is Matthieu a girl or boy name?

Matthieu is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Matthieu are boys).

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