From a meadow of the tribe of Matta
An English habitational surname derived from the village of Mattingley in Hampshire. The name likely refers to a clearing or meadow (leah) belonging to the followers of a person named Matta. While traditionally a surname, it has gained niche use as a given name, often as a tribute to the baseball legend Don Mattingly.
Less common today
Mattingly isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,844 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former MLB first baseman and manager known as 'Donnie Baseball'
