Mattathias Boy

Popularity: #919 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationma-ta-THY-us / /ˌmætəˈθaɪəs/

Hebrew; Greek

Meaning

gift of God (Hebrew); brave (Greek)

Historical & Cultural Background

Mattathias is of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Mattityahu,' meaning 'gift of God.' In Jewish history, Mattathias was a priest who played a significant role in the Maccabean Revolt against Hellenistic rule. The name also has Greek roots, where it can be associated with bravery and valor. It has been used in various religious texts and traditions, particularly within Judaism and Christianity.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Matthias
  • Matthaeus
  • Matty

International Variants

  • Matías (Spanish)
  • Matteo (Italian)
  • Matthieu (French)

Famous people named Mattathias

Mattathias — Jewish priest and leader.

Fictional characters named Mattathias

Mattathias — The Maccabees (historical narrative).

Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mattathias was first seen in the United States in 2024. Mattathias has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mattathias has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Mattathias

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20245