Boys name · Pennsylvania
Matthew in Pennsylvania
Matthew was the 38th most popular boys name in Pennsylvania in 2025, with 257 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1910, Pennsylvania families have named 94,257 babies Matthew.
Popularity over time
Matthew in Pennsylvania, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 23 | 93rd |
| 1926 | 82 | 120th |
| 1943 | 91 | 116th |
| 1959 | 468 | 48th |
| 1976 | 1,943 | 8th |
| 1992 | 2,124 | 2nd |
| 2009 | 707 | 5th |
| 2025 | 257 | 38th |
Its rank among boys names in Pennsylvania climbed from 93rd in 1910 to 38th in 2025.
The most babies named Matthew in Pennsylvania in a single year was 2,954, in 1983. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1981.
Across the country, Matthew reached its best rank of #1 in Massachusetts (1997). See Matthew in every state →
How popular is Matthew in Pennsylvania?
Matthew was the 38th most popular boys name in Pennsylvania in 2025, with 257 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1910, Pennsylvania families have named 94,257 babies Matthew.
How many babies are named Matthew in Pennsylvania?
In 2025, 257 babies were named Matthew in Pennsylvania. The most babies named Matthew in Pennsylvania in a single year was 2,954, in 1983.
What is the rank of Matthew in Pennsylvania?
Matthew ranked 38th among boys names in Pennsylvania in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1981.
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.