Boys name · Rhode Island
Matthew in Rhode Island
Matthew was the 43rd most popular boys name in Rhode Island in 2025, with 20 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1912, Rhode Island families have named 8,409 babies Matthew.
Popularity over time
Matthew in Rhode Island, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 | 77th |
| 1927 | 6 | 123rd |
| 1949 | 8 | 122nd |
| 1964 | 52 | 36th |
| 1980 | 187 | 4th |
| 1995 | 179 | 3rd |
| 2010 | 48 | 19th |
| 2025 | 20 | 43rd |
Its rank among boys names in Rhode Island climbed from 77th in 1912 to 43rd in 2025.
The most babies named Matthew in Rhode Island in a single year was 271, in 1989. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1998.
Across the country, Matthew reached its best rank of #1 in Massachusetts (1997). See Matthew in every state →
How popular is Matthew in Rhode Island?
Matthew was the 43rd most popular boys name in Rhode Island in 2025, with 20 babies named Matthew that year. Since 1912, Rhode Island families have named 8,409 babies Matthew.
How many babies are named Matthew in Rhode Island?
In 2025, 20 babies were named Matthew in Rhode Island. The most babies named Matthew in Rhode Island in a single year was 271, in 1989.
What is the rank of Matthew in Rhode Island?
Matthew ranked 43rd among boys names in Rhode Island in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1998.
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.