Male Name
Mattaniah
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
divine gift
gift
kings
theophoric names
Writing Systems
מַתַּנְיָהוּAncient Hebrew
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
54/100
classic100%
mature80%
formal120%
upper class100%
wholesome65%
strong120%
strange140%
complex120%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Mattaniah, derived from Hebrew, means 'gift of Yahweh'. It is composed of two elements: מַתָּן (mattan), meaning 'gift', and יָהּ (yah), referring to the Hebrew God. This name was originally borne by Zedekiah, a king of Judah, before his name was changed.
Etymology
Original Form:
מַתַּנְיָהוּ (Mattanyāhū)
Evolution:
The name evolved from its original Hebrew form to various transliterations in Greek (Μαθθανίας) and Latin (Matthanias), reflecting the linguistic adaptations as it spread across different cultures.
Source:
Hebrew