Mather
Pronunciation: [ m-ATH-er ]
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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
Mather first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 5 babies have been named Mather in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mather is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,469 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,469
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Mather
Mather is a boy name .
Mather is currently ranked #33,469 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mather include Mat, May, Matie, and Mathie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mather include Mathias, Matheo, Mathew, Matheus, Mathis . 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