Declining since 2000.
Popularity of Matison since 1992
Babies named Matison per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 108 |
| 2000s | 186 |
| 2010s | 57 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Matison is a modern English name that first appeared on U.S. birth certificates in 1992. It is a respelling of Madison, a surname-turned-first-name that became wildly popular for girls in the 1990s. Matison peaked in usage in 2001 but has been on a downward trajectory since the year 2000, consistent with the decline of the original Madison. The name has never entered the national top 1000, making it a relatively rare choice. It is used almost exclusively for girls, with no top states recorded due to its low frequency. As a distinctive spelling variant, Matison appeals to parents seeking a familiar sound with a more unique written form.
Matison is a modern American respelling of Madison, which itself originated as a surname meaning 'son of Matthew' or 'son of Maud.' The name Madison gained popularity for girls in the 1980s and 1990s, influenced by the title character of the film Splash (1984). Matison follows a trend of substituting an 'a' with an 'i' to create a distinctive spelling variant. It has been recorded in U.S. births since 1992, predominantly used for girls.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mati, Mattie, Maddy, Sonny
Sibling names for Matison
Names that share Matison's style, for a brother or sister.
