Mattie Short

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Mattie Short — Irish
126K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Mattie Short 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 Short: Alan Short (1920–2004), California legislator C. Alan Short (born 1955), British architect and academic Arthur Short (cricketer) (born 1947), South African cricketer Arthur Short (politician) (1850–1933), politician in the British colony of South Australia Arthur Ernest William Short (1890–1949), South Australian businessman and city councillor Arthur Rendle Short (1880–1953), professor of surgery at Bristol University Augustus Short (1802–1883), "Bishop Short", British-born Australian religious leader Bob Short (1917–1982), American sports team owner Bobby Short (1924–2005), American musician. 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: Short

English

Alan Short (1920–2004), California legislator C. Alan Short (born 1955), British architect and academic Arthur Short (cricketer) (born 1947), South African cricketer Arthur Short (politician) (1850–1933), politician in the British colony of South Australia Arthur Ernest William Short (1890–1949), South Australian businessman and city councillor Arthur Rendle Short (1880–1953), professor of surgery at Bristol University Augustus Short (1802–1883), "Bishop Short", British-born Australian religious leader Bob Short (1917–1982), American sports team owner Bobby Short (1924–2005), American musician.

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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 Short

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 Short:

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 Short?
The surname Short originates from English. Alan Short (1920–2004), California legislator C. Alan Short (born 1955), British architect and academic Arthur Short (cricketer) (born 1947), South African cricketer Arthur Short (politician) (1850–1933), politician in the British colony of South Australia Arthur Ernest William Short (1890–1949), South Australian businessman and city councillor Arthur Rendle Short (1880–1953), professor of surgery at Bristol University Augustus Short (1802–1883), "Bishop Short", British-born Australian religious leader Bob Short (1917–1982), American sports team owner Bobby Short (1924–2005), American musician.
What are the origins of the name Mattie Short?
The name Mattie Short combines two different traditions: the first name Mattie has Irish roots, while the surname Short originates from English.
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