Matej
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Matej first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 139 babies have been named Matej in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Matej is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,472 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #22,472
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Matej
Matej is a boy name .
Matej is currently ranked #22,472 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Matej include Mat, May, Maie, and Matkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Matej include Mateo, Mateus . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
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