Mattlock
A masculine name of English origin, possibly relating to Matthew or a lock of hair.
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Mattlock. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Mattlock today is around 39 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Mattlock births was 1985 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Mattlock. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Mattlock. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
1985
7 babies that year
Average age
39
years old
1985 SSA rank
#5,547
Tracked since 1985
Popularity
Mattlock: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Mattlock by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Mattlock during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Mattlock
The name Mattlock is believed to have originated from the Old English language, with roots dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period in Britain. It is thought to be a compound name, derived from the combination of two words: "mæt" meaning "meet" or "suitable," and "loc" meaning "enclosure" or "lock." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to a suitable or fitting enclosure, possibly relating to a specific location or dwelling.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mattlock can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land and property commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The entry mentions a village called "Mattelocke" in the county of Derbyshire, which is believed to be the origin of the name's spelling.
During the medieval period, the name Mattlock was predominantly found in the Midlands region of England, particularly in Derbyshire and surrounding areas. It may have been associated with individuals who lived near or were responsible for maintaining a specific enclosure or fortification.
In the 16th century, the name Mattlock gained some prominence with the birth of Robert Mattlock (c. 1530 - 1599), an English merchant and member of the Worshipful Company of Haberdashers in London. He is noted for his philanthropic contributions, including the establishment of a free school in his hometown of Derby.
Another notable figure bearing the name Mattlock was Sir John Mattlock (1681 - 1755), a British military officer who served in the Royal Navy during the early 18th century. He participated in several naval battles during the War of the Spanish Succession and was eventually appointed as the Governor of Newfoundland in 1748.
In the literary realm, the name Mattlock appears in the works of the English novelist and playwright, Thomas Deloney (c. 1543 - 1600). His book "The Gentle Craft," published in 1598, features a character named "Jack Mattlock," a shoemaker from Derbyshire who plays a significant role in the narrative.
Moving into the 19th century, the name Mattlock gained further recognition with the birth of James Mattlock (1808 - 1886), a renowned British architect and civil engineer. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable landmarks, including the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol and the iconic Royal Albert Hall in London.
While the name Mattlock has its roots in ancient English history, it has maintained a presence throughout various periods and has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions. Despite its relatively rare occurrence, the name continues to carry a sense of historical significance and cultural heritage.
People
Mattlock + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Mattlock as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Mattlock: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Mattlock?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Mattlock going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Mattlock a common name?
We classify Mattlock as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 7 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Mattlock most popular?
The single biggest year for Mattlock was 1985, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Mattlock is about 39 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Mattlock in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Mattlock a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Mattlock in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Mattlock still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Mattlock in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Mattlock can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Mattlock?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Mattlock, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.