Boys name · Arkansas
Matthew in Arkansas
In 2025, 49 babies born in Arkansas were named Matthew, making it the #59 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 11,831.
Popularity over time
Matthew in Arkansas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | #185 |
| 1930 | 8 | #280 |
| 1947 | 10 | #262 |
| 1963 | 24 | #154 |
| 1978 | 260 | #11 |
| 1994 | 252 | #11 |
| 2009 | 97 | #30 |
| 2025 | 49 | #59 |
No year in Arkansas had more Matthew births than 1983, when 453 were born. Matthew's highest rank in Arkansas was #3, set in 1999.
Rank swung between #3 (1999) and #408 (1943) in Arkansas, from #185 in 1912 to #59 in 2025.
Nationally, Matthew's strongest state was Massachusetts, where it hit #1 in 1997. See Matthew in every state →
How popular is Matthew in Arkansas?
In 2025, 49 babies born in Arkansas were named Matthew, making it the #59 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 11,831.
How many babies are named Matthew in Arkansas?
In 2025, 49 babies born in Arkansas were named Matthew.
What is the rank of Matthew in Arkansas?
Matthew's 2025 rank among boys names in Arkansas was #59.
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.