Boys name · Rhode Island
Matthew in Rhode Island
In 2025, 20 babies born in Rhode Island were named Matthew, making it the #43 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 8,409.
Popularity over time
Matthew in Rhode Island, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 | #77 |
| 1927 | 6 | #123 |
| 1949 | 8 | #122 |
| 1964 | 52 | #36 |
| 1980 | 187 | #4 |
| 1995 | 179 | #3 |
| 2010 | 48 | #19 |
| 2025 | 20 | #43 |
Rhode Island had the most Matthew births in 1989, with 271. Its highest rank in Rhode Island came in 1998, at #1.
Its rank among boys names in Rhode Island ran from #1 in 1998 to #133 in 1926, starting at #77 in 1912 and ending at #43 in 2025.
Massachusetts gave Matthew its highest national rank, #1, in 1997. See Matthew in every state →
How popular is Matthew in Rhode Island?
In 2025, 20 babies born in Rhode Island were named Matthew, making it the #43 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 8,409.
How many babies are named Matthew in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island recorded 20 births of babies named Matthew in 2025.
What is the rank of Matthew in Rhode Island?
Matthew ranked #43 among boys names in Rhode Island in 2025.
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.