Mattel
Pronunciation: [ m-uht-EHL ]
Mattel is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,922 in the US, popular nicknames include Mat, May, and Matie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Mattel first appeared in US Social Security records in 2018.
Over 29 babies have been named Mattel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mattel is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #13,922 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,922
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Mattel
Mattel is a girl name .
Mattel is currently ranked #13,922 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mattel include Mat, May, Matie, and Mattie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mattel include Mattie, Mattea . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis