Mateo
Mateo is a masculine name of Spanish origin. It is derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning ‘gift of God’, and is the Spanish form of Matthew.
Mateo Meaning
Gift of God
Historical Significance
Mateo has been steadily rising in popularity in the United States since the 1990s, reflecting the growing Hispanic influence on American culture.
Fun Fact
Mateo entered the top 100 most popular boys’ names in the United States for the first time in 2012 and has been climbing ever since.
Literature Reference
Mateo Torrez is one of the main characters in Adam Silvera’s young adult novel ‘They Both Die at the End’.
Music Reference
Mateo is the stage name of American singer-songwriter Matthew Toth, who gained popularity through social media platforms.
Famous Namesakes
- Mateo Kovačić: Footballer, known for Midfielder for Chelsea FC and Croatia national team
- Mateo Falcone: Fictional character, known for Protagonist of Prosper Mérimée’s short story ‘Mateo Falcone’
- Mateo Musacchio: Footballer, known for Defender for various clubs including Villarreal and AC Milan
Similar Names
Matteo, Matthew, Mathew, Mattias, Matthias
Mateo Nicknames
Teo, Matt, Matty
Related Names
Sibling Names
Lucas, Daniel, Diego, Adrian, Gabriel, Santiago, Sebastian, Sofia, Isabella, Valentina, Lucia, Emma, Mia, Camila, Olivia