Motty Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-tee / /ˈmɒti/Hebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
gift from God (Hebrew); little one (Yiddish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Motty is often considered a diminutive of the name Mordechai, which has biblical roots. In Yiddish culture, it is used affectionately to refer to a small child or loved one, reflecting warmth and endearment.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Motti
- Mott
International Variants
- Mordechai (Hebrew)
- Motti (Yiddish)
Famous people named Motty
Motty Ashkenazi — Israeli television personality.
Motty Steinmetz — Israeli singer.
Fictional characters named Motty
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Motty was first seen in the United States in 2005. Motty has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Motty has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Motty (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 26 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 32 |