Mataya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-TIE-ah / /məˈtaɪə/Hebrew; African
Meaning
Hebrew: 'gift of God'; African: 'the one who is loved'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mataya is a name that has roots in both Hebrew and various African cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with a spiritual significance, reflecting the idea of divine gifts. In African contexts, it can symbolize affection and love. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in multicultural societies.
Trend Summary
Mataya has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mataya
- Matayah
International Variants
- Mataya (Swahili)
- Mataya (Hebrew)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mataya was first seen in the United States in 1977. Mataya has ranked as high as #1245 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in Minnesota, South Dakota, Washington, Nebraska, and North Dakota. In the past 5 years the name Mataya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mataya (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ND | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 44 |
| 2000 | 46 |
| 2001 | 50 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 76 |
| 2004 | 53 |
| 2005 | 64 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 38 |
| 2008 | 64 |
| 2009 | 51 |
| 2010 | 56 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 11 |