"gift of Yahweh"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Mattea
Pronunciation: [ m-ASH-uh ]
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An Italian treasure meaning gift of God
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The Story of Mattea
Mattea is the Italian and Scandinavian feminine form of Matthew, from the Hebrew Mattityahu meaning gift of God or gift of Yahweh. While Matthew has been one of the most common male names in the Christian world for centuries, Mattea represents a beautiful feminine adaptation that preserves the name's sacred meaning. It has been used in Italy and Scandinavia for generations and is now gaining attention internationally.
Mattea began appearing more frequently on international charts in the early 2010s as parents looked to Italian and Scandinavian names for feminine elegance. Canadian country singer Mattea (Kathy Mattea) and later Canadian singer Mattea Conforti helped bring the name to wider attention.
In Italian culture, Mattea carries the same spiritual gravitas as Matthew in the Anglophone world - a deeply Christian name tied to one of the four evangelists. In Scandinavia, the name has a gentle, folkloric quality that fits the region's naming traditions.
Historical Record
Mattea first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 1,833 babies have been named Mattea in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mattea is past its peak , currently ranked #4,969 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Mattea is the feminine form of Matthew, one of the twelve apostles and author of the first Gospel
- Canadian country singer Kathy Mattea helped familiarize English speakers with the Mattea sound
- The name Matthew/Mattea has been in continuous use since the 1st century CE
Mattea in Other Languages
German
Matthea
Hebrew
מַתִּיָּה
Italian
Mattea
Spanish
Matea
Norwegian
Mattea
Popularity Over Time
#4,969
Current Rank
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Peaked 2006
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Mattea
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Mattea Conforti
Entertainer
2010
Young Canadian singer who gained fame on America's Got Talent and toured with Broadway productions
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Kathy Mattea
Musician
1959
American country music singer with multiple Grammy Awards known for hits like Where've You Been
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,969
- Total SSA Count
- 27
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Scandinavian American European
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
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Tia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mattea
What does the name Mattea mean?
"gift of Yahweh" (from Hebrew). Mattea is the Italian and Scandinavian feminine form of Matthew, from the Hebrew Mattityahu meaning gift of God or gift of Yahweh. While Matthew has been one of the most common male names in the Christian world for centuries, Mattea represents a beautiful feminine adaptation that preserves the name's sacred meaning. It has been used in Italy and Scandinavia for generations and is now gaining attention internationally.
What is the origin of the name Mattea?
Mattea has Hebrew, Italian, Scandinavian, American, and European origins. In Hebrew, it means "gift of Yahweh".
Is Mattea a boy or girl name?
Mattea is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Mattea?
Mattea is pronounced m-ASH-uh.
How popular is the name Mattea?
Mattea is currently ranked #4969 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mattea?
Common nicknames for Mattea include Mattie, Thea, Mat, and Tia.
What are good middle names for Mattea?
Popular middle name pairings include Mattea Rose, Mattea Jane, Mattea Claire, Mattea Louise, Mattea Grace, Mattea Elise, and Mattea Dawn.
What are good sibling names for Mattea?
Names that pair well with Mattea as siblings include Giada, Lucia, Rocco, Alessio, Bianca, Lorenzo, and Chiara.
How many syllables does Mattea have?
Mattea has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Mattea a common or rare name?
Mattea is an uncommon name, ranked #4969 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Mattea?
Are there other spellings for Mattea?
Related spellings include Mattie.
About the Name Mattea
Mattea is a girl name with Italian, Scandinavian, American, and European origins . The name means "gift of Yahweh" in Hebrew .
Mattea is currently ranked #4,969 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Mattea has 3 syllables and is pronounced m-ASH-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Mattea include Mattie, Thea, Mat, and Tia. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mattea include Mattie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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