Holding steady.
Popularity of Matheu since 1975
Babies named Matheu per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 63 |
| 2000s | 128 |
| 2010s | 18 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Matheu is a rare spelling variant of the classic name Matthew. According to U.S. Social Security data, Matheu first appeared in records in 1975 and reached its peak popularity in 2006, though it has never ranked in the top 1000. In recent years, its usage has remained stable, with a trajectory that shows no dramatic rise or fall. While the name has not been recorded enough to calculate a 1-in-N ratio, its scarcity makes it a distinctive choice for parents who want a traditional name with an uncommon spelling. No state has reported Matheu among its top names, reflecting its nationwide rarity.
Matheu is a variant of Matthew, ultimately from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God.' The name Matthew appears in the New Testament as one of the twelve apostles and the traditional author of the first Gospel. In English-speaking countries, Matthew has been consistently popular since the 1960s, and Matheu is a less common spelling that emerged in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Matt, Matty
Sibling names for Matheu
Names that share Matheu's style, for a brother or sister.
