Mattie Flaherty

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Mattie Flaherty — Irish
126K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Mattie Flaherty 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 Flaherty: O'Flaherty ( oh-FLAIR-tee, oh-FLA-hər-tee, UK also oh-FLAH-ər-tee; Middle Irish: Ua Flaithbertaig; Modern Irish: Ó Flaithbheartaigh [oː ˈfˠlˠahəɾˠt̪ˠəj]) is an Irish Gaelic clan based most prominently in what has become County Galway. The clan name originated in the 10th century as a derivative of its founder Flaithbheartach mac Eimhin. They descend in the paternal line from the Connachta's Uí Briúin Seóla. They were originally kings of Maigh Seóla and Muintir Murchada and as members of the Uí Briúin were kinsmen of the Ó Conchubhair and Mac Diarmada amongst others. 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: Flaherty

Celtic

O'Flaherty ( oh-FLAIR-tee, oh-FLA-hər-tee, UK also oh-FLAH-ər-tee; Middle Irish: Ua Flaithbertaig; Modern Irish: Ó Flaithbheartaigh [oː ˈfˠlˠahəɾˠt̪ˠəj]) is an Irish Gaelic clan based most prominently in what has become County Galway. The clan name originated in the 10th century as a derivative of its founder Flaithbheartach mac Eimhin. They descend in the paternal line from the Connachta's Uí Briúin Seóla. They were originally kings of Maigh Seóla and Muintir Murchada and as members of the Uí Briúin were kinsmen of the Ó Conchubhair and Mac Diarmada amongst others.

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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 Flaherty

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 Flaherty:

1
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Flaherty?
The surname Flaherty originates from Celtic. O'Flaherty ( oh-FLAIR-tee, oh-FLA-hər-tee, UK also oh-FLAH-ər-tee; Middle Irish: Ua Flaithbertaig; Modern Irish: Ó Flaithbheartaigh [oː ˈfˠlˠahəɾˠt̪ˠəj]) is an Irish Gaelic clan based most prominently in what has become County Galway. The clan name originated in the 10th century as a derivative of its founder Flaithbheartach mac Eimhin. They descend in the paternal line from the Connachta's Uí Briúin Seóla. They were originally kings of Maigh Seóla and Muintir Murchada and as members of the Uí Briúin were kinsmen of the Ó Conchubhair and Mac Diarmada amongst others.
What are the origins of the name Mattie Flaherty?
The name Mattie Flaherty combines two different traditions: the first name Mattie has Irish roots, while the surname Flaherty originates from Celtic.
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