Matea Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-TAY-ah / məˈteɪəSlavic; Hebrew
Meaning
Slavic: gift of God; Hebrew: a form of Mattea
Historical & Cultural Background
Matea is a feminine name that has roots in Slavic cultures, often associated with the meaning of being a gift. In Hebrew, it is a variant of Mattea, which is derived from the name Matthew, meaning 'gift of God.' The name is used in various countries, particularly in Eastern Europe. It has gained popularity in recent years as a modern yet traditional choice for girls.
Trend Summary
Matea has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mattea
- Mathea
International Variants
- Mattea (Italian)
- Matea (Croatian)
- Matylda (Polish)
Famous people named Matea
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Matea was first seen in the United States in 1922. Matea has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Matea has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Matea (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 36 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 51 |
| 2007 | 43 |
| 2008 | 40 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 19 |