Mathieu
Mathieu is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Gift of God.
Origin and history
Mathieu is the traditional French form of Matthew, originating from the Hebrew name Mattanyahu. It has been used moderately in the United States as a French variation of a classic biblical name. While relatively rare compared to Matthew, it offers a distinct European flair.
Popularity in the United States
2,416 babies in the United States have been named Mathieu since 1880. It ranks #2641 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1741.
States where it is most popular
- CA (32.2 %)
- TX (17.3 %)
- NY (13.8 %)
- FL (11.2 %)
- MA (10.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 12 |
| 1960-1970 | 64 |
| 1970-1980 | 202 |
| 1980-1990 | 359 |
| 1990-2000 | 512 |
| 2000-2010 | 638 |
| 2010-2019 | 443 |
| 2020-2029 | 186 |
Famous people named Mathieu
- Mathieu Amalric: Actor, Director
- Mathieu Flamini: Athlete, Entrepreneur
- Mathieu Kassovitz: Director, Actor
Nicknames
Matt, Matty
Fun facts
- Mathieu is one of the most historically popular male names in French-speaking countries.
- It derives from the Hebrew name Mattanyahu, meaning gift of Yahweh.