Boys name · California
Mathew in California
Mathew was the 740th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 36 babies named Mathew that year. Since 1915, California families have named 11,094 babies Mathew.
Popularity over time
Mathew in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1915 | 6 | 327th |
| 1942 | 5 | 663rd |
| 1958 | 62 | 301st |
| 1971 | 135 | 204th |
| 1985 | 238 | 172nd |
| 1998 | 225 | 204th |
| 2012 | 160 | 277th |
| 2025 | 36 | 740th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 327th in 1915 to 740th in 2025.
The most babies named Mathew in California in a single year was 308, in 1990. Its best showing was 161st among boys names in 1984.
Across the country, Mathew reached its best rank of 55th in Wyoming (1986). See Mathew in every state →
How popular is Mathew in California?
Mathew was the 740th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 36 babies named Mathew that year. Since 1915, California families have named 11,094 babies Mathew.
How many babies are named Mathew in California?
In 2025, 36 babies were named Mathew in California. The most babies named Mathew in California in a single year was 308, in 1990.
What is the rank of Mathew in California?
Mathew ranked 740th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 161st among boys names in 1984.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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