Holding steady.
Popularity of Matheson since 2000
Babies named Matheson per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2005, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Matheson's real moment was 2013.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 61 |
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 15 |
Meaning & origin
Matheson is a Scottish patronymic surname turned given name, meaning 'son of Matthew.' It first appeared in U.S. baby name records in 2000, and its popularity peaked in 2013, when it was given to a small number of boys. Despite its rarity, the name has shown remarkable stability, with consistent but low-level use each year. As a surname-based choice, Matheson fits a contemporary naming trend while retaining strong Scottish heritage. Its top states are not recorded due to its infrequency, but the name is most common in regions with Scottish and Irish ancestry. Matheson offers a distinctive alternative to more common Scottish names like Callum or Finlay.
Matheson is a Scottish patronymic surname derived from the given name Matthew, meaning 'gift of God' in Hebrew. It originated in the Scottish Highlands, particularly associated with Clan Matheson. As a given name, it emerged in the late 20th century following the trend of using surnames as first names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Matt, Matty, Sonny
Variants: Mathieson, Mackayson
Sibling names for Matheson
Names that share Matheson's style, for a brother or sister.
