Matteson Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAT-uh-sun //ˈmæt.ə.sən//
Origin: English; Scottish
Meaning: Son of Matthew
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Matteson is of English origin, derived from the given name Matthew, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Matityahu, meaning "gift of God." This name was adapted into Greek as Matthaios and subsequently into Latin as Matthaeus. The transition into Old French occurred during the Norman Conquest, where it became Mathieu, before finally evolving into the English Matthew.
The surname Matteson likely emerged as a patronymic form, indicating "son of Matthew," which was a common practice in the formation of surnames in medieval England. Historically, the name Matthew has significant biblical connections, as it is borne by one of the twelve apostles and the author of the Gospel of Matthew in the New Testament, which dates back to the 1st century CE.
The name gained further prominence through various saints named Matthew, particularly Saint Matthew the Apostle, whose feast day is celebrated on September 21. The name's enduring presence in Christian contexts was solidified through translations of the Bible, including the King James Version published in 1611, which helped to popularize biblical names in English-speaking cultures.
Culturally, the name Matteson, as a derivative of Matthew, carries connotations of faith and divine favor, reflecting the name's original meaning. It has been associated with various historical figures and has appeared in literature and religious texts throughout the centuries.
The diminutive form Matt is often used informally, but the surname Matteson itself has maintained a distinct identity, representing a lineage connected to the venerable name Matthew. This connection to both religious and familial heritage has contributed to the name's resilience and significance in English-speaking societies.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Matteson was first seen in the United States in 1988.
Matteson has ranked as high as #1160 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Matteson has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Matteson is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Matteson was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Matteson
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Matteson.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |