Mathias
French · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Mathias
Mathias means "gift of God" and derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu (מתתיהו), composed of the elements "matt" (gift) and "yah" (God).
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Etymology
Mathias means "gift of God" and derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu (מתתיהו), composed of the elements "matt" (gift) and "yah" (God). The name is used primarily in Christian cultures across Europe and Latin America, with historical prominence in the New Testament as the apostle chosen to replace Judas Iscariot.
Mathias currently ranks #312 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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