boy name · Spanish origin
Mateo
/ mah-TAY-oh /
Meaning
Mateo means Gift of God (Spanish).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Spanish
Pronunciation
mah-TAY-oh
Popularity
#8 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Mateo in the US, 1880–2025
Mateo first appears in US records in 1904. It peaked in 2024, when 11,349 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 11,045.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Mateo mean?
Mateo is the Spanish form of Matthew, from the Hebrew for “gift of Yahweh.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mateo mean?
Mateo means Gift of God. Mateo is the Spanish form of Matthew, from the Hebrew for “gift of Yahweh.”
What is the origin of the name Mateo?
Mateo is of Spanish origin.
How do you pronounce Mateo?
Mateo is pronounced “mah-TAY-oh.”
Is Mateo a boy or a girl name?
Mateo is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Mateo?
In 2025, Mateo ranked #8 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Mateo most popular?
Mateo was most popular in 2024, when about 11,349 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.