Girl
Mattie
gift of God
About Mattie
Sometimes the best names are those that feel like home from the very first moment. Mattie brings a down-to-earth sweetness that's increasingly rare in today's naming landscape. This friendly, approachable choice has vintage roots but never feels outdated or stuffy. There's an authentic, unpretentious quality here—what you see is what you get. Mattie works wonderfully as both a given name and a nickname, offering flexibility without complexity. The double-T creates a satisfying staccato rhythm, while the -ie ending adds a touch of playfulness. This name suits a girl who might grow up to be equally comfortable climbing trees or leading boardroom meetings, someone who values substance over flash and builds genuine connections with others.
Popularity of the Name Mattie
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #29 |
| 1881 | #29 |
| 1882 | #25 |
| 1883 | #30 |
| 1884 | #31 |
| 1885 | #35 |
| 1886 | #39 |
| 1887 | #40 |
| 1888 | #39 |
| 1889 | #44 |
| 1890 | #42 |
| 1891 | #46 |
| 1892 | #44 |
| 1893 | #47 |
| 1894 | #49 |
| 1895 | #51 |
| 1896 | #49 |
| 1897 | #53 |
| 1898 | #50 |
| 1899 | #48 |
| 1900 | #44 |
| 1901 | #50 |
| 1902 | #51 |
| 1903 | #51 |
| 1904 | #52 |
| 1905 | #55 |
| 1906 | #55 |
| 1907 | #59 |
| 1908 | #60 |
| 1909 | #59 |
| 1910 | #60 |
| 1911 | #65 |
| 1912 | #70 |
| 1913 | #75 |
| 1914 | #78 |
| 1915 | #91 |
| 1916 | #93 |
| 1917 | #94 |
| 1918 | #100 |
| 1919 | #95 |
| 1920 | #96 |
| 1921 | #105 |
| 1922 | #103 |
| 1923 | #106 |
| 1924 | #109 |
| 1925 | #100 |
| 1926 | #109 |
| 1927 | #113 |
| 1928 | #121 |
| 1929 | #121 |
| 1930 | #128 |
| 1931 | #130 |
| 1932 | #125 |
| 1933 | #130 |
| 1934 | #132 |
| 1935 | #136 |
| 1936 | #143 |
| 1937 | #148 |
| 1938 | #153 |
| 1939 | #164 |
| 1940 | #163 |
| 1941 | #164 |
| 1942 | #171 |
| 1943 | #183 |
| 1944 | #185 |
| 1945 | #191 |
| 1946 | #215 |
| 1947 | #224 |
| 1948 | #222 |
| 1949 | #238 |
| 1950 | #247 |
| 1951 | #276 |
| 1952 | #285 |
| 1953 | #299 |
| 1954 | #322 |
| 1955 | #340 |
| 1956 | #375 |
| 1957 | #401 |
| 1958 | #420 |
| 1959 | #467 |
| 1960 | #480 |
| 1961 | #549 |
| 1962 | #547 |
| 1963 | #571 |
| 1964 | #571 |
| 1965 | #600 |
| 1966 | #650 |
| 1967 | #740 |
| 1968 | #812 |
| 1969 | #887 |
| 1970 | #850 |
| 1971 | #962 |
| 1972 | #991 |
| 1986 | #937 |
| 1987 | #813 |
| 1988 | #938 |
| 1991 | #991 |
| 1994 | #915 |
| 1995 | #866 |
| 1996 | #855 |
| 1997 | #849 |
| 1998 | #917 |
| 1999 | #862 |
| 2000 | #756 |
| 2001 | #701 |
| 2002 | #748 |
| 2003 | #717 |
| 2004 | #779 |
| 2005 | #773 |
| 2006 | #824 |
| 2007 | #783 |
| 2008 | #864 |
| 2009 | #882 |
| 2010 | #929 |
| 2011 | #932 |
| 2012 | #913 |
| 2014 | #920 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Mattie
Names Similar to Mattie
Nicknames for Mattie
- Matt
- Matty
- Tia
- Tie
Famous People Named Mattie
| Mattie Stepanek | American poet and peace advocate |
| Mattie Moss Clark | American gospel choir director |
| Mattie Do | Laotian film director |
| Mattie Larson | American artistic gymnast |
| Mattie J.T. Stepanek | American motivational speaker and poet |
| Mattie McGrath | Irish politician |
| Mattie Cook | American basketball player |
| Mattie Wilkes | Australian cricketer |
| Mattie Moss | American blues singer |
| Mattie Aitch | British artist |
| Mattie Shorack | American actress |
| Mattie Bennett | American blues guitarist |
| Mattie Brown | Canadian poet |
| Mattie Keaton | American civil rights activist |
| Mattie Wilkerson | American gospel singer |
| Mattie Rutherford | American silent film actress |
| Mattie Shelly | British Paralympic athlete |
| Mattie Hampton | American track and field athlete |
| Mattie Breaux | American reality TV personality |
| Mattie McKee | American painter |
Characters Named Mattie
| Mattie Ross | Main character in the novel "True Grit" by Charles Portis |
| Mattie Franklin | Marvel Comics character, known as Spider-Woman |
| Mattie Silks | Character in the movie "Klondike Annie" |
| Mattie Harmon | Character in the TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Mattie Blake | Character in the movie "Poltergeist" |
| Mattie Wayne | Character in the TV series "The Americans" |
| Mattie Devore | Character in the novel "Song of the Trees" by Mildred D. Taylor |
| Mattie Fae Aiken | Character in the play and movie "August - Osage County" |
| Mattie Horgan | Character in the movie "The Front" |
| Mattie Stepanek | Character in the TV movie "Heart of a Hero" |