Declining since 2014, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Matix since 2005
Babies named Matix per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 150 |
| 2010s | 374 |
| 2020s | 100 |
Meaning & origin
Matix is a modern masculine name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 2005. It reached its peak popularity in 2010, though it has been falling in use since 2014. As of 2025, it is quite rare, with only about 1 in 122,005 newborn boys receiving the name, ranking it 6,143rd nationally. The name is most commonly found in California, leading its top states. Despite its rarity, Matix has maintained a small but steady presence, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive and contemporary-sounding name.
Matix first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2005, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a variant of the name Matthew or a respelling of the Latin word 'matrix' (meaning womb or origin), though no direct etymological link is established. The name has seen limited but consistent use since the 2010s.
Where Matix is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mat, Matt
Sibling names for Matix
Names that share Matix's style, for a brother or sister.
