Matheson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMATH-uh-suhn / /ˈmæθəsən/Scottish; English
Meaning
son of Matthew (Scottish); son of the gift of God (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
Matheson is of Scottish origin, derived from the surname meaning 'son of Matthew,' which reflects the patronymic naming tradition common in Scotland. In English contexts, it also signifies 'son of the gift of God,' linking it to the biblical name Matthew. The name has been borne by notable Scottish clans and has historical significance in various regions of Scotland.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Matheison
- Mathieson
International Variants
- Matías (Spanish)
- Matteo (Italian)
- Matthias (German)
Famous people named Matheson
Matheson I. A. — Scottish politician.
Matheson Lang — British actor.
Matheson Tri-Gas — industrial gas company.
Fictional characters named Matheson
Matheson — 'The Last of Us'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Matheson was first seen in the United States in 2000. Matheson has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Matheson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Matheson
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |