Metz
A boy's name of German origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Metz, you're looking at a name that fewer than 5 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The sharp, distinct ending gives Metz a direct, strong feel that works well in both playground and boardroom.
Metz is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Metz is a boy's baby name of German origin, derived from the name of the ancient French city of Metz — whose name comes from the Latin Mettis or the Gaulish tribal name Mediomatrici. Using city names as given names is a growing American trend.
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In the American context, Metz is a boy's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (1922–1922). Its German roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.
With 5 total births, Metz exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Metz has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1922.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 | — |
The Story of Metz
A Greatest Generation name
Peaking in 1922, Metz is a name steeped in history. Boys named Metz are most likely born between 1922 and 1922.
How rare is Metz?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Metz is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1922, peaked in the 1920s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1922–1922)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 | #4742 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1922–1922