Quick answerMateo is a male given name of Spanish origin. Spanish form of Matthew, from Hebrew meaning 'gift of God'. In the United States, it ranked number 7 for baby boys in 2024, according to the Social Security Administration. It is given to boys in the United States. Related forms include Matthew and Matteo.
Key facts
| Meaning | Spanish form of Matthew, from Hebrew meaning 'gift of God'. |
|---|---|
| Origin | Spanish |
| Gender | Male (boys) |
| Popularity (US) | #7 for baby boys in 2024 (U.S. Social Security Administration) |
| Variants | Matthew, Matteo |
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Sources & last updated
- U.S. Social Security Administration — most popular baby names for 2024
- Behind the Name — meaning and origin
Popularity ranks are U.S. Social Security Administration figures for 2024; meanings and origins follow Behind the Name. See the names index for the full source notes.