Spelling Variants
Matheo vs Matteo: Which Spelling?
Matheo (Norwegian) and Matteo (Italian) are variants of Matthew.
Global Rank #12
Matheo
Origin: Norwegian (Modern)
Matheo means "gift of God" and derives from the Hebrew name Matityahu, composed of the elements "mat" (gift) and "Yah" (God).
Global Rank #8
Matteo
Origin: Italian
Matteo means "gift of God" and derives from the Hebrew name Matityahu (מתיתיהו), composed of the elements "mat" (gift) and "yahu" (God).
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Matteo currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.