Matvey is of Russian origin, derived from the Latin 'Matthaeus', which means 'gift of God'. It is a form of Matthew used predominantly in Russia and other Slavic countries. The name Matvey gained popularity in Russia during the 19th century and has since been a common choice for baby boys. In recent years, it has experienced a resurgence in usage, ranking among the top 100 most popular names in Russia.
"The name Matvey has shown a significant increase in popularity over the years, with a notable peak of 26 births in 2013 and another high of 23 births in both 2018 and 2023. However, there have also been periods of decline, such as in 2014 and 2020 when the number of births fell to 18 and 13 respectively."