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Mato
BoyMeaning of Mato: Native American: 'bear'
Mato is a boy's name most strongly associated with Native American naming. It has 4 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 8100th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#8100
9 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
84
First recorded 2001 · peak 2025
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
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