Matthea
Pronunciation: [ m-ATTH-ee-uh ]
Matthea is a girl baby name. Ranked #43,696 in the US, popular nicknames include Mat, May, and Matie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Matthea first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 5 babies have been named Matthea in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Matthea is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #43,696 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #43,696
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Matthea
Matthea is a girl name .
Matthea is currently ranked #43,696 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Matthea include Mat, May, Matie, and Mattie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Matthea 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)
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