Matt
Boy name · 104 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Matt: 104 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 14 births in 2001.
Matt is a classic short form of Matthew, ultimately from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning "gift of Yahweh" or "gift of God." In Scottish usage, it has long been a familiar standalone name, particularly in the 20th century. Famous bearers include actor Matt Damon, star of *Good Will Hunting* and the *Bourne* franchise, and Matt Groening, the creator of *The Simpsons* and *Futurama*. In the world of Scottish sport, footballer Matt Elliott captained Leicester City to two League Cup wins. The name's Scottish variant, Math, is less common but historically appears in records. While not as popular today as its longer form, Matt retains a friendly, approachable feel that many Scottish parents have appreciated through the decades.
Boy 17 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 200114 babies
- Latest (2013)
- #5904 babies
- Total births
- 104since 1992
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 46%vs prior 5y