Matthais Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ma-TIE-us //məˈθaɪəs//
Origin: Hebrew; Greek; German
Meaning: gift of God (Hebrew); brave warrior (Greek); mighty (German)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Matthais has its roots in the Hebrew name Matityahu, which translates to "gift of Yahweh" or "gift of God." This name was adapted into Greek as Matthias (Ματθίας), which appears in the New Testament of the Christian Bible, specifically in the Book of Acts, where Matthias is chosen to replace Judas Iscariot as one of the twelve apostles. The name then made its way into Latin as Mattias, before being further adapted into Old French as Mathias, and eventually into Middle English as Matthais.
This linguistic journey reflects the name's deep biblical significance and its connection to early Christian traditions. Throughout history, the name Matthais has been borne by various notable figures, including saints and scholars.
One of the most prominent historical milestones associated with the name is its mention in the King James Bible, published in 1611, which solidified its presence in Christian texts. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, often associated with religious and spiritual contexts, reinforcing its significance in Christian communities.
Culturally, Matthais is often linked to themes of faith, divine favor, and service, reflecting the qualities attributed to the biblical Matthias. The name has also inspired various diminutive forms, such as Matt or Matty, which have been used in different cultures.
The enduring nature of Matthais can be attributed to its strong biblical roots and the reverence associated with its meaning, ensuring its place in religious and cultural narratives throughout the centuries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Matthais was first seen in the United States in 1989.
Matthais has ranked as high as #16307 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Matthais has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Matthais is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Matthais was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Matthais.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 |
| 2019 | 10 | 10 |
| 2018 | 7 | 7 |
| 2017 | 7 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 | 6 |
| 2007 | 7 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Matthais
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