Mateo
Origin and Meaning
The name Mateo is a boy's name of spanish origin meaning “gift of God”.
Mateo is a charming name with deep roots in Spanish-speaking cultures. It's the Spanish form of Matthew, which originates from the Hebrew name Matityahu. Over the years, Mateo has become incredibly popular, especially in the United States where it consistently ranks high on baby name charts. Famous bearers include Argentine football star Mateo Messi and the fictional Mateo Solano from the TV show 'Jane the Virgin'. If you're considering this name, you might also like Matteo, the Italian variant, or Matthias for a slightly different flavor.
At a Glance
| Origin | spanish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Meaning | gift of God |
| Popularity | ★★★★★ (9/10) |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Starts with | M |
| Styles | classic, popular, religious |
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