Mattie Edgar

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Mattie Edgar — Irish
126K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Mattie Edgar is a name that combines Irish origins. The first name Mattie is a feminine given name of Irish origin. Mattie is a unisex given name. It is often used as a nickname for other names. Mattie Blaylock (1850–1888), common-law wife of the American lawman Wyatt Earp Mattie Moss Clark (1925–1994), American gospel choir director and mother of the Clark Sisters gospel group Mattie Curry (1924–1964), Canadian missionary Mattie Belle Davis (1910–2004), American judge Mattie Daughtry, American politician elected to the Maine House of Representatives in 2012 Mattie Delaney, American delta blues singer and guitarist Mattie Donnelly (hurler), Irish hurler Mattie Do, Laotian-American film director Mattie Donne. The surname Edgar: Edgar is a commonly used masculine English given name, from an Anglo-Saxon name Edgar (composed of ead "rich, prosperous" and gar "spear"). Like most Anglo-Saxon names, it fell out of use by the Late Middle Ages; it was, however, revived in the 18th century, and was popularised by its use for a character in Sir Walter Scott's The Bride of Lammermoor (1819). The name was more common in the United States than elsewhere in the Anglosphere during the 19th century. It has been a particularly fashionable name in Latin American countries since the 20th century. Mattie is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 126K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Mattie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Mattie

Irish

Mattie is a unisex given name. It is often used as a nickname for other names. Mattie Blaylock (1850–1888), common-law wife of the American lawman Wyatt Earp Mattie Moss Clark (1925–1994), American gospel choir director and mother of the Clark Sisters gospel group Mattie Curry (1924–1964), Canadian missionary Mattie Belle Davis (1910–2004), American judge Mattie Daughtry, American politician elected to the Maine House of Representatives in 2012 Mattie Delaney, American delta blues singer and guitarist Mattie Donnelly (hurler), Irish hurler Mattie Do, Laotian-American film director Mattie Donne.

Surname: Edgar

English

Edgar is a commonly used masculine English given name, from an Anglo-Saxon name Edgar (composed of ead "rich, prosperous" and gar "spear"). Like most Anglo-Saxon names, it fell out of use by the Late Middle Ages; it was, however, revived in the 18th century, and was popularised by its use for a character in Sir Walter Scott's The Bride of Lammermoor (1819). The name was more common in the United States than elsewhere in the Anglosphere during the 19th century. It has been a particularly fashionable name in Latin American countries since the 20th century.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Mattie is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Mattie by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Mattie Edgar

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Mattie Edgar:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Mattie?
The first name Mattie originates from Irish. Mattie is a unisex given name. It is often used as a nickname for other names. Mattie Blaylock (1850–1888), common-law wife of the American lawman Wyatt Earp Mattie Moss Clark (1925–1994), American gospel choir director and mother of the Clark Sisters gospel group Mattie Curry (1924–1964), Canadian missionary Mattie Belle Davis (1910–2004), American judge Mattie Daughtry, American politician elected to the Maine House of Representatives in 2012 Mattie Delaney, American delta blues singer and guitarist Mattie Donnelly (hurler), Irish hurler Mattie Do, Laotian-American film director Mattie Donne.
When was Mattie most popular?
The name Mattie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Edgar?
The surname Edgar originates from English. Edgar is a commonly used masculine English given name, from an Anglo-Saxon name Edgar (composed of ead "rich, prosperous" and gar "spear"). Like most Anglo-Saxon names, it fell out of use by the Late Middle Ages; it was, however, revived in the 18th century, and was popularised by its use for a character in Sir Walter Scott's The Bride of Lammermoor (1819). The name was more common in the United States than elsewhere in the Anglosphere during the 19th century. It has been a particularly fashionable name in Latin American countries since the 20th century.
What are the origins of the name Mattie Edgar?
The name Mattie Edgar combines two different traditions: the first name Mattie has Irish roots, while the surname Edgar originates from English.
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