Matthen
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Matthen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 35 babies have been named Matthen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Matthen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #40,137 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #40,137
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Old French/English origin
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Korean origin
"Virtuous, worthy, able"
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About the Name Matthen
Matthen is a boy name .
Matthen is currently ranked #40,137 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Matthen include Mat, May, Matie, and Mattie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Matthen include Matthew, Matteo, Matthias, Mattias, Matt . 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