Mateo
Mateo is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning “Gift of God”, pronounced mah-TAY-oh. It ranked #8 in the United States in 2025, given to 11,045 babies, and peaked at #6 in 2023. Common nicknames: Matt, Teo, Matty.
How popular is Mateo in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Mateo mean, and where does it come from?
Mateo is the Spanish form of Matthew, derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu meaning "gift of God." While Matthew has long been the standard English form, Mateo has surged in popularity as parents embrace its warmer, more melodic Romance-language sound. In 2020, Mateo entered the top ten boy names in the United States for the first time, reflecting both the growing influence of Hispanic culture and a broader trend toward internationally inflected names. The Italian cognate Matteo is equally popular across Europe. Mateo offers a fresh, vibrant take on a deeply traditional name with two thousand years of history.
How is Mateo used around the world?
Mateo is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 38+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Mateo?
Famous People Named Mateo
- Matteo Berrettini — Italian professional tennis player
- Matteo Ricci — Italian Jesuit missionary to China
- Mateo Kovacic — Croatian professional footballer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Mateo mean?
Mateo is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning "Gift of God." Mateo is the Spanish form of Matthew, derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu meaning "gift of God." While Matthew has long been the standard English form, Mateo has surged in popularity as parents embrace its warmer, more melodic Romance-language sound.
How do you pronounce Mateo?
Mateo is pronounced mah-TAY-oh. Common variations include Matteo, Matheo, Mateus.
Is Mateo a boy name?
Yes, Mateo is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Matt, Teo, Matty.