Boys name · New York
Matthew in New York
Matthew was the 17th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 520 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 135,084 babies Matthew.
Popularity over time
Matthew in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 38 | 76th |
| 1926 | 140 | 104th |
| 1943 | 186 | 94th |
| 1959 | 833 | 44th |
| 1976 | 1,967 | 11th |
| 1992 | 3,080 | 3rd |
| 2009 | 1,451 | 3rd |
| 2025 | 520 | 17th |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 76th in 1910 to 17th in 2025.
The most babies named Matthew in New York in a single year was 3,529, in 1990. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1989.
Across the country, Matthew reached its best rank of #1 in Massachusetts (1997). See Matthew in every state →
How popular is Matthew in New York?
Matthew was the 17th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 520 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 135,084 babies Matthew.
How many babies are named Matthew in New York?
In 2025, 520 babies were named Matthew in New York. The most babies named Matthew in New York in a single year was 3,529, in 1990.
What is the rank of Matthew in New York?
Matthew ranked 17th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1989.
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.