Boy
Matt
gift of God
About Matt
Direct, no-nonsense, and thoroughly likeable—this name gets straight to the point. Its brevity is its superpower, conveying friendliness and accessibility in just four letters. The name suggests someone approachable and genuine, without pretension or unnecessary complexity. It's the naming equivalent of a firm handshake and honest conversation. This choice reflects confidence in simplicity, understanding that impact doesn't require length or elaboration. The name has proven its staying power across decades, remaining relevant and popular without feeling overused in its complete form. It adapts seamlessly to any context, from casual introductions to professional correspondence. Parents selecting this name often value authenticity and practicality, appreciating how it eliminates common nickname confusion—what you see is what you get. The universal recognition factor means pronunciation and spelling are never issues, allowing the individual to define the name rather than constantly explaining it.
Popularity of the Name Matt
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #264 | ||||
| 1881 | #302 | ||||
| 1882 | #351 | ||||
| 1883 | #262 | ||||
| 1884 | #230 | ||||
| 1885 | #262 | ||||
| 1886 | #328 | ||||
| 1887 | #286 | ||||
| 1888 | #275 | ||||
| 1889 | #301 | ||||
| 1890 | #333 | ||||
| 1891 | #331 | ||||
| 1892 | #345 | ||||
| 1893 | #320 | ||||
| 1894 | #393 | ||||
| 1895 | #377 | ||||
| 1896 | #365 | ||||
| 1897 | #430 | ||||
| 1898 | #408 | ||||
| 1899 | #409 | ||||
| 1900 | #409 | ||||
| 1901 | #418 | ||||
| 1902 | #386 | ||||
| 1903 | #379 | ||||
| 1904 | #442 | ||||
| 1905 | #459 | ||||
| 1906 | #450 | ||||
| 1907 | #503 | ||||
| 1908 | #606 | ||||
| 1909 | #450 | ||||
| 1910 | #551 | ||||
| 1911 | #466 | ||||
| 1912 | #548 | ||||
| 1913 | #563 | ||||
| 1914 | #480 | ||||
| 1915 | #543 | ||||
| 1916 | #560 | ||||
| 1917 | #552 | ||||
| 1918 | #535 | ||||
| 1919 | #602 | ||||
| 1920 | #659 | ||||
| 1921 | #624 | ||||
| 1922 | #644 | ||||
| 1923 | #685 | ||||
| 1924 | #674 | ||||
| 1925 | #693 | ||||
| 1926 | #743 | ||||
| 1927 | #773 | ||||
| 1928 | #803 | ||||
| 1929 | #804 | ||||
| 1930 | #762 | ||||
| 1931 | #821 | ||||
| 1932 | #839 | ||||
| 1933 | #840 | ||||
| 1934 | #804 | ||||
| 1935 | #810 | ||||
| 1936 | #743 | ||||
| 1937 | #889 | ||||
| 1938 | #824 | ||||
| 1939 | #840 | ||||
| 1940 | #765 | ||||
| 1941 | #852 | ||||
| 1942 | #745 | ||||
| 1943 | #833 | ||||
| 1944 | #806 | ||||
| 1945 | #804 | ||||
| 1946 | #764 | ||||
| 1947 | #781 | ||||
| 1948 | #720 | ||||
| 1949 | #784 | ||||
| 1950 | #786 | ||||
| 1951 | #724 | ||||
| 1952 | #787 | ||||
| 1953 | #691 | ||||
| 1954 | #628 | ||||
| 1955 | #522 | ||||
| 1956 | #391 | ||||
| 1957 | #321 | ||||
| 1958 | #258 | ||||
| 1959 | #256 | ||||
| 1960 | #269 | ||||
| 1961 | #266 | ||||
| 1962 | #261 | ||||
| 1963 | #253 | ||||
| 1964 | #258 | ||||
| 1965 | #260 | ||||
| 1966 | #271 | ||||
| 1967 | #275 | ||||
| 1968 | #258 | ||||
| 1969 | #263 | ||||
| 1970 | #285 | ||||
| 1971 | #266 | ||||
| 1972 | #312 | ||||
| 1973 | #339 | ||||
| 1974 | #387 | ||||
| 1975 | #388 | ||||
| 1976 | #422 | ||||
| 1977 | #470 | ||||
| 1978 | #541 | ||||
| 1979 | #531 | ||||
| 1980 | #561 | ||||
| 1981 | #608 | ||||
| 1982 | #618 | ||||
| 1983 | #561 | ||||
| 1984 | #648 | ||||
| 1985 | #687 | ||||
| 1986 | #709 | ||||
| 1987 | #800 | #290 | |||
| 1988 | #786 | ||||
| 1989 | #997 | ||||
| 1997 | #399 | #239 | #780 | ||
| 1998 | #381 | #307 | #424 | #725 | |
| 1999 | #403 | #234 | #806 | ||
| 2000 | #414 | #266 | #975 | ||
| 2001 | #491 | #210 | #344 | #932 | |
| 2002 | #567 | #354 | #431 | #758 | |
| 2003 | #612 | #372 | #595 | #687 | |
| 2004 | #669 | #394 | #381 | #613 | |
| 2005 | #819 | #275 | #555 | ||
| 2006 | #672 | #375 | #723 | ||
| 2007 | #689 | #510 | #572 | ||
| 2011 | #992 | #333 | #537 | ||
| 1990 | #290 | ||||
| 1991 | #232 | #731 | |||
| 1992 | #241 | #852 | |||
| 1993 | #251 | #902 | |||
| 1994 | #261 | #371 | |||
| 1995 | #181 | #798 | |||
| 1996 | #223 | #678 | |||
| 2008 | #462 | #595 | |||
| 2009 | #459 | #635 | |||
| 2010 | #438 | #656 | |||
| 2012 | #308 | #718 | |||
| 2013 | #349 | #764 | |||
| 2014 | #495 | #738 | |||
| 2015 | #370 | #697 | |||
| 2016 | #402 | #688 | |||
| 2017 | #584 | #617 | |||
| 2018 | #527 | #899 | |||
| 2019 | #432 | #808 | |||
| 2020 | #584 | #839 | |||
| 2022 | #530 | ||||
| 2023 | #696 | #999 | |||
| 2025 | #730 | ||||
| 2021 | #819 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Matt
Names Similar to Matt
Nicknames for Matt
- Matty
- Mat
- Matteo
- M.T.
- Theo
Famous People Named Matt
| Matt Damon | Actor |
| Matt Smith | Actor |
| Matt LeBlanc | Actor |
| Matt Bomer | Actor |
| Matt Dillon | Actor |
| Matt Groening | Animator |
| Matt Lauer | Journalist |
| Matt Ryan | Footballer |
| Matt Kenseth | NASCAR Driver |
| Matt Stone | Animator |
| Matt Lucas | Comedian |
| Matt Barnes | Basketball Player |
| Matt Forté | Footballer |
| Matt Hardy | Wrestler |
| Matt Czuchry | Actor |
| Matt Cain | Baseball Player |
| Matt Mullenweg | Entrepreneur |
| Matt Nable | Actor |
| Matt DiBenedetto | NASCAR Driver |
| Matt Maltese | Musician |
Characters Named Matt
| Matt Murdock | Daredevil |
| Matt Hooper | Jaws |
| Matt Saracen | Friday Night Lights |
| Matt Parkman | Heroes |
| Matt Donovan | The Vampire Diaries |
| Matt Santos | The West Wing |
| Matt Trakker | M.A.S.K |
| Matt Brody | Baywatch |
| Matt Eckert | Red Dawn |
| Matt Jamison | The Leftovers |
| Matt Ishida | Digimon |
| Matt Hammond | Jurassic Park |
| Matt Miller | Saints Row |
| Matt Engarde | Ace Attorney |
| Matt Hagen | Batman - The Animated Series |
| Matt Tracker | Visionaries - Knights of the Magical Light |
| Matt Stifler | American Pie Presents - The Naked Mile |
| Matt Jensen | Mountain Man series |
| Matt Farrell | Live Free or Die Hard |
| Matt Dillon | Gunsmoke |