Matteo
Meaning: Gift of God — heaven's treasure given with love
Origin: Italian/Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #299
Total births: 208
History: Matteo surged in the 2010s as an Italian name in Australia. The name reflects Australia's vibrant Italian community. Matteo means Italian-Australian heritage and beautiful naming.
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| Current rank (2025) | #68 |
| Babies named Matteo in 2025 | 117 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 208 |
| Peak year | 2025 (117 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #68 |
| Years in records | 2024–2025 (2 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Matteo
What does the name Matteo mean?
Matteo means “Gift of God — heaven's treasure given with love” from Italian/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Matteo?
Matteo has Italian/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift of God — heaven's treasure given with love”.
How popular is Matteo in Australia?
Matteo ranked #68 in Australia in 2025 — given to 117 babies that year.
When was Matteo most popular?
Matteo peaked in 2025 with 117 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Matteo a boy or girl name?
Matteo is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Matteos in registered births are male.