Matson is a unique and uncommon given name of English origin. It is derived from the surname Matson, which is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. The name Matson is thought to have been an occupational surname, likely given to someone who lived or worked near a mat-making factory, as the word "mat" was used to describe such establishments.
The meaning of the name Matson is not explicitly clear, but it is believed to be associated with the occupation of mat-making. It may also be connected to the place-name Matlock in Derbyshire, England, which means "settlement by a river with many streams." However, there is no definitive evidence to support this connection.
There is very little historical information available about people named Matson throughout history. The name does not appear to have been particularly popular in any specific time period or location, and it has not been widely used as a given name until recent times.
Today, Matson is still an uncommon given name, but it is sometimes chosen by parents looking for unique and distinctive names for their children. It is often spelled Mattson or Matson, and it can be used as both a boy's and girl's name. Despite its rarity, the name Matson has a certain appeal due to its unique sound and English heritage.
"Despite fluctuations over the decades, the name Matson has maintained consistent popularity with an average of around 9 births per year since 1955, reaching a peak of 15 births in 2011."