Male Name
Mathias
ma.tjas
ma.ˈtiː.as
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
ballerinos
Castlevania characters
Elder Scrolls characters
harmonicists
love island Sweden
Lucius characters
Suikoden characters
top 10 in Denmark
top 10 in Norway
trendy
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
80/100
classic100%
formal100%
upper class80%
natural65%
wholesome120%
strong120%
refined100%
strange80%
serious100%
Meaning & Etymology
Mathias is a given name and a surname, which is a variant of the name Matthias. The name Matthias itself is derived from the Greek name Ματθαῖος (Matthaios), which is a form of the Hebrew name מַתִּתְיָהוּ (Mattityahu), meaning 'gift of Yahweh'. Mathias is commonly used in various cultures and has historical significance, often associated with notable figures and events.
Etymology
Original Form:
מַתִּתְיָהוּ (Mattityahu)
Evolution:
From Hebrew to Greek as Ματθαῖος (Matthaios), then to Latin as Matthias, and finally to Mathias.
Source:
Etymological roots trace back to biblical times, with the name appearing in the New Testament.