Matthias Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationma-TIE-us / məˈθaɪəsHebrew; Greek; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: gift of God; Greek: brave; Latin: mighty
Historical & Cultural Background
Matthias is derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God.' It has been used in various cultures, including Greek and Latin, where it has been associated with bravery and strength. The name is often linked to Saint Matthias, one of the apostles in the New Testament, who was chosen to replace Judas Iscariot. Over the centuries, Matthias has remained a popular name in many Christian communities.
Trend Summary
Matthias has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Matthaeus
- Matias
- Matteo
International Variants
- Matías (Spanish)
- Matthieu (French)
- Matteo (Italian)
- Matthias (German)
Famous people named Matthias
Matthias Corvinus was a Hungarian king known for his patronage of the arts and sciences during the Renaissance.
Matthias Schoenaerts is a Belgian actor recognized for his roles in films such as 'Rust and Bone' and 'Far from the Madding Crowd.'.
Matthias Jabs is a German musician and guitarist, best known as a member of the rock band Scorpions.
Matthias Müller is a German businessman who served as the CEO of Volkswagen AG.
Fictional characters named Matthias
Matthias is a character in the 'Redwall' series by Brian Jacques, known for his bravery and leadership.
Matthias is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,' serving as a knight and ally.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Matthias was first seen in the United States in 1880. Matthias has ranked as high as #700 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Matthias has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Matthias (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 88 | |
| CA | 87 | |
| FL | 42 | |
| NY | 35 | |
| AZ | 28 | |
| VA | 20 | |
| OH | 19 | |
| IN | 17 | |
| WA | 16 | |
| PA | 16 | |
| IL | 16 | |
| MN | 15 | |
| UT | 14 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| TN | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 19 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 25 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 23 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 18 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 16 |
| 1966 | 20 |
| 1967 | 20 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 25 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 32 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 30 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 33 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 52 |
| 1981 | 51 |
| 1982 | 42 |
| 1983 | 43 |
| 1984 | 39 |
| 1985 | 47 |
| 1986 | 62 |
| 1987 | 60 |
| 1988 | 64 |
| 1989 | 66 |
| 1990 | 68 |
| 1991 | 69 |
| 1992 | 83 |
| 1993 | 72 |
| 1994 | 78 |
| 1995 | 89 |
| 1996 | 81 |
| 1997 | 83 |
| 1998 | 105 |
| 1999 | 97 |
| 2000 | 110 |
| 2001 | 120 |
| 2002 | 130 |
| 2003 | 161 |
| 2004 | 223 |
| 2005 | 205 |
| 2006 | 255 |
| 2007 | 262 |
| 2008 | 292 |
| 2009 | 298 |
| 2010 | 262 |
| 2011 | 292 |
| 2012 | 347 |
| 2013 | 417 |
| 2014 | 487 |
| 2015 | 517 |
| 2016 | 611 |
| 2017 | 660 |
| 2018 | 788 |
| 2019 | 762 |
| 2020 | 694 |
| 2021 | 680 |
| 2022 | 663 |
| 2023 | 628 |
| 2024 | 653 |