Maciej Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAH-chey /ˈma.t͡ɕɛj/
Origin: Polish
Meaning: Who is like God?
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maciej is of Polish origin, derived from the Hebrew name Matityahu, meaning "gift of God." This name transitioned into Greek as Matthaios and subsequently into Latin as Matthaeus. The name was introduced to Poland through the influence of Christianity, particularly during the 10th century when the region began to adopt Christian practices and names.
The Latin form Matthaeus was adapted into the Slavic languages, leading to the Polish form Maciej. Historically, Maciej has been associated with several notable figures, including saints and biblical characters.
One of the most significant is Saint Matthew, one of the twelve apostles and the author of the Gospel of Matthew, who is venerated in both the Catholic and Orthodox traditions. His feast day is celebrated on September 21, and his influence helped to popularize the name across various cultures.
The name Maciej has appeared in historical records in Poland since at least the Middle Ages, reflecting the integration of Christian names into Polish society. Culturally, Maciej carries connotations of wisdom and divine favor, resonating with the biblical narrative of Saint Matthew.
The name has been a staple in Polish literature and history, often symbolizing a connection to faith and tradition. Variants and diminutives of Maciej, such as Maciek, have also emerged, further embedding the name within Polish culture.
The enduring nature of Maciej reflects the deep historical roots and cultural significance that names derived from biblical sources have in Slavic societies.
Famous people named Maciej
In this section, you will find notable people named Maciej. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Maciej who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Maciej who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Maciej Cieślak is a musician best known for his work with the band KAT and his solo albums.
Maciej Stuhr is an actor best known for his roles in The Pianist, and the Polish films The Wedding and The Last Family.
Maciej Zakościelny is an actor best known for his roles in the TV series Czas honoru and the film Lejdis.
Maciej Sztur is a director and actor best known for his work in the Polish film industry, particularly in the film The Wedding.
Maciej Maleńczuk is a singer-songwriter best known for his contributions to Polish rock and jazz music.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Maciej. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maciej was first seen in the United States in 1982.
Maciej has ranked as high as #1214 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in Illinois, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Maciej has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maciej is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Maciej was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Maciej (2010)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Maciej.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |