Boys name · Arkansas
Matthew in Arkansas
Matthew was the 59th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 49 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1912, Arkansas families have named 11,831 babies Matthew.
Popularity over time
Matthew in Arkansas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | 185th |
| 1930 | 8 | 280th |
| 1947 | 10 | 262nd |
| 1963 | 24 | 154th |
| 1978 | 260 | 11th |
| 1994 | 252 | 11th |
| 2009 | 97 | 30th |
| 2025 | 49 | 59th |
Its rank among boys names in Arkansas climbed from 185th in 1912 to 59th in 2025.
The most babies named Matthew in Arkansas in a single year was 453, in 1983. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1999.
Across the country, Matthew reached its best rank of #1 in Massachusetts (1997). See Matthew in every state →
How popular is Matthew in Arkansas?
Matthew was the 59th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 49 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1912, Arkansas families have named 11,831 babies Matthew.
How many babies are named Matthew in Arkansas?
In 2025, 49 babies were named Matthew in Arkansas. The most babies named Matthew in Arkansas in a single year was 453, in 1983.
What is the rank of Matthew in Arkansas?
Matthew ranked 59th among boys names in Arkansas in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1999.
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.