Mati Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-tee / ˈmɑːtiHebrew; Finnish; Slavic
Meaning
gift of God (Hebrew); bear (Finnish); a form of Matthew (Slavic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Mati is often seen as a diminutive of Matityahu, meaning 'gift of God,' and has roots in Jewish tradition. In Finnish, it is a variant of the name Matti, which is common in Finland and has been used since the Middle Ages. In Slavic cultures, Mati can be associated with forms of Matthew, reflecting Christian influence and the name's biblical significance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Matty
- Matti
International Variants
- Matti (Finnish)
- Matteo (Italian)
- Matías (Spanish)
- Mateusz (Polish)
Famous people named Mati
Mati Diop — filmmaker.
Mati Kaal — artist.
Mati Aharoni — computer scientist.
Fictional characters named Mati
Mati — 'The Last Guardian'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mati was first seen in the United States in 2012. Mati has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mati has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mati
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 5 |