Everything about the name MATEJ
Meaning, origin, history
In the Czech Republic, Matej is often associated with the 14th-century king of Bohemia, Charles IV (also known as Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV), who had a son named Matej. This may have contributed to the name's popularity in that region.
The name Matej has also been used by notable figures throughout history. One such figure is Matej Bel, an 18th-century Slovak historian and author of the first comprehensive history book about Slovakia. Another famous bearer of the name is Matej Krivanek, a Czech athlete who won two Olympic medals in rowing.
In recent years, the name Matej has seen a resurgence in popularity among parents in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and other Slavic countries. It continues to be a beloved name with deep historical roots and cultural significance in these regions.
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Popularity of the name MATEJ since 1880
Birth evolution
Popularity analysis
The name Matej has seen a fluctuating popularity over the years in the United States. Between 2002 and 2023, there have been a total of 133 babies named Matej born in the U.S.
The year with the highest number of births was 2005, with 12 newborns named Matej. This peak in popularity was followed by another high point in 2009 and 2014, each with 12 births.
However, the name's popularity has been decreasing since then. The last decade shows a consistent drop: from 7 births in 2013 to 6 births in both 2015 and 2020, and even lower with 5 births in both 2018 and 2019. Despite this decrease, Matej still maintained a steady number of births in recent years, with 6 births in 2022 and 9 births in 2023.
These statistics indicate that while Matej was once a relatively popular name, its popularity has waned over time. Nevertheless, it remains a name that continues to be chosen for newborns in the United States.