Strong, firm, or steadfast
Derived from the Arabic root m-t-n, this name signifies physical strength and mental firmness. In Islamic tradition, Al-Mateen is one of the 99 names of Allah, representing the attribute of being The Firm One or The Steadfast. It is a name that conveys reliability and a solid foundation.
Less common today
Mateen isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,386 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former professional basketball player and NCAA champion
Prominent British chemist and inventor
