Mateo
Meaning: A name whose soft sounds create a distinctive impression
Origin: Spanish and Italian form of Matthew, from Hebrew Mattityahu (מַתִּתְיָהוּ)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #298
Total births: 213
History: Mateo surged in the 2010s as a Spanish-Italian name in Australia. The name reflects Australia's growing Latin influence. Mateo represents multicultural Australia naming.
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| Current rank (2025) | #65 |
| Babies named Mateo in 2025 | 124 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 213 |
| Peak year | 2025 (124 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #65 |
| Years in records | 2023–2025 (2 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Mateo
What does the name Mateo mean?
Mateo means “A name whose soft sounds create a distinctive impression” from Spanish and Italian form of Matthew, from Hebrew Mattityahu (מַתִּתְיָהוּ) roots.
What is the origin of the name Mateo?
Mateo has Spanish and Italian form of Matthew, from Hebrew Mattityahu (מַתִּתְיָהוּ) origin. The traditional meaning is “A name whose soft sounds create a distinctive impression”.
How popular is Mateo in Australia?
Mateo ranked #65 in Australia in 2025 — given to 124 babies that year.
When was Mateo most popular?
Mateo peaked in 2025 with 124 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Mateo a boy or girl name?
Mateo is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Mateos in registered births are male.