Graham vs Matteo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gray, Grey

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Graham Rank #129
Matteo Rank #138

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 vs #138 for Matteo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Graham ___

  • Graham James
  • Graham William
  • Graham Henry
  • Graham Thomas
  • Graham Reid
  • Graham Cole

Matteo ___

  • Matteo James
  • Matteo Giovanni
  • Matteo Luca
  • Matteo Rafael
  • Matteo Alessandro
  • Matteo Enzo

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Graham

Elliot Nora Fiona Duncan Callum

If you choose Matteo

Luca Leonardo Sofia Valentina Isabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graham or Matteo more popular?

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 compared to Matteo at #138 in the United States.

What do Graham and Matteo mean?

Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin). Matteo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin).

Are Graham and Matteo boy or girl names?

Graham is primarily a boy name. Matteo is primarily a boy name.

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