Matua Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-TOO-ah / /məˈtuːə/Maori; Hebrew
Meaning
chief (Maori); gift from God (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Maori culture, 'Matua' signifies a leader or chief, reflecting the importance of leadership in tribal societies. In Hebrew, the name is associated with divine gifts, often used in religious contexts to denote blessings. Both origins highlight significant cultural values related to authority and spirituality.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Matuao
- Matua'a
International Variants
- Matou (French)
- Matua (Maori)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Matua was first seen in the United States in 2018. Matua has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Matua has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Matua
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 10 |