Boys name · New Jersey
Matthew in New Jersey
Matthew was the 20th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 253 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 59,912 babies Matthew.
Popularity over time
Matthew in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 11 | 67th |
| 1926 | 42 | 99th |
| 1943 | 34 | 118th |
| 1959 | 259 | 47th |
| 1976 | 733 | 12th |
| 1992 | 1,494 | 3rd |
| 2009 | 715 | 2nd |
| 2025 | 253 | 20th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey climbed from 67th in 1910 to 20th in 2025.
The most babies named Matthew in New Jersey in a single year was 1,706, in 1989. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1994.
Across the country, Matthew reached its best rank of #1 in Massachusetts (1997). See Matthew in every state →
How popular is Matthew in New Jersey?
Matthew was the 20th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 253 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 59,912 babies Matthew.
How many babies are named Matthew in New Jersey?
In 2025, 253 babies were named Matthew in New Jersey. The most babies named Matthew in New Jersey in a single year was 1,706, in 1989.
What is the rank of Matthew in New Jersey?
Matthew ranked 20th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1994.
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.