Rattle or wooden noisemaker
Matraca is a Spanish name referring to a traditional wooden rattle or clapper used in festivals and religious processions. The word itself has Arabic roots, derived from 'mitraqa', meaning a hammer or mallet. It is an exceptionally rare choice as a given name, often associated with rhythmic energy and cultural celebration.
Less common today
Matraca isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,789 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Grammy-nominated country music singer and songwriter
