Mathias
Mathias is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Gift of God.
Origin and history
Mathias is a traditional male name derived from the Greek variation of the Hebrew name Mattanyah. It has seen a notable rise in usage in the United States in recent years as parents seek alternatives to Matthew. It offers a classic European feel while remaining familiar to English speakers.
Popularity in the United States
15,544 babies in the United States have been named Mathias since 1880. It ranks #952 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #370.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.3 %)
- TX (12.8 %)
- FL (11.2 %)
- NY (7.6 %)
- NJ (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 139 |
| 1890-1900 | 97 |
| 1900-1910 | 62 |
| 1910-1920 | 291 |
| 1920-1930 | 310 |
| 1930-1940 | 197 |
| 1940-1950 | 139 |
| 1950-1960 | 148 |
| 1960-1970 | 161 |
| 1970-1980 | 311 |
| 1980-1990 | 469 |
| 1990-2000 | 701 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,147 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,176 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,196 |
Famous people named Mathias
- Mathias Boe: Badminton player, Olympic medalist
- Mathias Jorgensen: Athlete, Soccer player
Nicknames
Matt, Matty, Mat
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Greek form of the Hebrew name meaning gift of Yahweh.
- Mathias has surged in usage in the U.S. since 2020, becoming a top-400 choice for boys.