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Boy name

Mateo

Mateo is a boy’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “gift of god.” It currently ranks #6 for US boys and is rising.

Meaning
Gift of God.
Origin
Spanish
US rank
#6
Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
M

Mateo's popularity over time

↑ Rising
#6 in 2023Peak rank #6US SSA · boys
#1#55#109201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Mateo

What does the name Mateo mean?

Mateo means "Gift of God." and is of Spanish origin.

Is Mateo a boy or girl name?

Mateo is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Mateo?

Mateo ranked #6 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been rising (peak rank #6).

How many syllables are in Mateo?

Mateo has 2 syllables and 5 letters.

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