Matthias: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ahtth-ee-ahs
Origin: Greece
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Gift of god

Matthias is a masculine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'gift of God. 'It has been used in various cultures and languages, symbolizing divine favor. The name has a long history, dating back to ancient times, and has been popularized in different eras. Matthias has been a consistently popular name across different cultures and historical periods. It was particularly popular in the Middle Ages and has seen periodic surges in modern times. The name Matthias is important because it carries a rich historical and cultural significance. It has been associated with several notable figures throughout history, including the apostle Matthias in the New Testament, who replaced Judas Iscariot as one of Jesus'twelve apostles.

Matthias Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Matthias is currently #697 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Matthias is currently #335 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Matthias is currently #332 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Matthias is currently #165 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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