Matisse Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-TEES / /mæˈtiːs/French; Hebrew
Meaning
gift of God (Hebrew); derived from the surname of the artist Henri Matisse (French)
Historical & Cultural Background
In French, Matisse is often associated with the renowned painter Henri Matisse, a leading figure in modern art. In Hebrew, the name signifies a divine gift, reflecting a spiritual significance in Jewish culture.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Matiss
- Matise
International Variants
- Matías (Spanish)
- Matthias (German)
- Matis (Catalan)
Famous people named Matisse
Matisse Thybulle — professional basketball player.
Fictional characters named Matisse
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Matisse was first seen in the United States in 1994. Matisse has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Matisse has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Matisse (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 25 |