Mathieu Boy
Origin(s)
French; Hebrew
Meaning
French: Gift of God; Hebrew: Gift of Yahweh
Historical & Cultural Background
Mathieu is a French variant of the name Matthew, which has biblical origins. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in France and among French-speaking communities. It has been used historically by several saints and is associated with the Christian tradition.
Trend Summary
Mathieu has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in French-speaking communities.
Similar Names
Matthias, Matteo, Matthew, Matias, Matisse, Mason, Milo
Variants
- Matthieu
- Mat
- Matt
International Variants
- Matteo (Italian)
- Matthias (German)
- Mateusz (Polish)
- Matías (Spanish)
Famous people named Mathieu
Mathieu Amalric is a French actor and director known for his roles in films such as 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly'.
Mathieu Valbuena is a French professional footballer who has played for clubs like Lyon and Marseille.
Mathieu Chedid, also known as -M-, is a French singer-songwriter and musician recognized for his unique style.
Mathieu Debuchy is a French former professional footballer who played as a right-back for clubs including Newcastle United and Arsenal.
Fictional characters named Mathieu
Mathieu is a character in the novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo' by Alexandre Dumas, known for his loyalty and bravery.
Mathieu is a character in the animated series 'Code Lyoko', where he is portrayed as a student at Kadic Academy.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mathieu was first seen in the United States in 1955. Mathieu has ranked as high as #1206 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Mathieu has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mathieu (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 31 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1981 | 38 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 36 |
| 1986 | 39 |
| 1987 | 33 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 53 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 46 |
| 1997 | 57 |
| 1998 | 76 |
| 1999 | 74 |
| 2000 | 77 |
| 2001 | 69 |
| 2002 | 67 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 67 |
| 2005 | 54 |
| 2006 | 76 |
| 2007 | 44 |
| 2008 | 61 |
| 2009 | 70 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 47 |
| 2016 | 55 |
| 2017 | 36 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 25 |