Mathison
Hebrew · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Mathison
Mathison is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Mathias," derived from the Hebrew name Mathias (Mattathias), which means "gift of God." The name combines the Germanic suffix "-son" with the given name, reflecting Scandinavian and English naming conventions.
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Etymology
Mathison is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Mathias," derived from the Hebrew name Mathias (Mattathias), which means "gift of God." The name combines the Germanic suffix "-son" with the given name, reflecting Scandinavian and English naming conventions.
This surname is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Scotland and Northern England, with roots in medieval Christian societies where patronymic naming was standard practice.
Mathison currently ranks #11,756 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2012.
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