Rising since 1985, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Mateen since 1978
Babies named Mateen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 29 |
| 1990s | 124 |
| 2000s | 195 |
| 2010s | 178 |
| 2020s | 102 |
Meaning & origin
Mateen, a name of Arabic origin, conveys strength and solidity. It has been recorded in the United States since 1978 and has seen a rising trajectory in popularity since 1985, with its peak year in 2012. In 2025, it ranked 4,249, with a rarity of 1 in 71,170 births. While top states are not listed, the name is most common among families with Arabic or Islamic heritage. Its simple yet powerful meaning makes it a distinctive choice.
Mateen derives from the Arabic root m-t-n (م ت ن), meaning 'to be strong, firm, or solid.' It is one of the attributes of God in Islam, appearing in the Quran. As a personal name, it has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally, often chosen for its positive connotations of strength and reliability.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Matt
Sibling names for Mateen
Names that share Mateen's style, for a brother or sister.
