"gift of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: French
Mathis
Pronunciation: [ m-ATH-ihs ]
Boy Name
#3,538 Most Popular
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2 Syllables
A sleek French take on the classic Matthew
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Meaning & Origin
"gift of Yahweh"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
The Story of Mathis
Mathis is the French and German form of Matthias, which comes from the Greek Matthaios, itself derived from the Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning gift of Yahweh or gift of God. The Hebrew combines mattat (gift) with Yah (God). Mathis is particularly popular in France and Belgium, where it has been one of the most fashionable boy names of the early 21st century. The -is ending gives it a distinctly Francophone feel compared to the German Matthias.
Mathis has been a top-10 boy name in France for much of the 2000s and 2010s, part of a French trend toward names ending in -is or -as (like Alexis, Lois, Théodore). In the US and UK, Mathis is largely unknown but appeals to parents of French heritage or those seeking a sophisticated European alternative to the popular Matthew.
Mathis is the title character of an opera by Paul Hindemith, Mathis der Maler (1938), based on the life of Renaissance painter Matthias Grünewald, creator of the Isenheim Altarpiece. The opera is considered one of the great works of 20th-century German opera.
Fun Facts
- Mathis has been in the French top 10 boy names for over a decade
- Paul Hindemith opera Mathis der Maler is based on the painter Matthias Grünewald, creator of the famous Isenheim Altarpiece
Mathis in Other Languages
Greek
Ματθίας
Latin
Matthias
French
Mathis
German
Matthias
Hebrew
Mattityahu
Famous People Named Mathis
M
Mathis Bolly
Athlete
1990
French professional footballer who played for clubs including Fortuna Düsseldorf
H
Henri Matisse
Artist
1869
Legendary French artist and leader of the Fauvism movement, known for vibrant color and bold forms
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,538
- Total SSA Count
- 32
- Cultural Origins
- French German Flemish Belgian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Mat
Matty
Pairs Well With
Mathis Jean
Mathis Louis
Mathis Alexandre
Mathis Henri
Mathis Pierre
Mathis Luc
Mathis Gabriel
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mathis
What does the name Mathis mean?
"gift of God" (from Hebrew). "gift of Yahweh" (from Hebrew). Mathis is the French and German form of Matthias, which comes from the Greek Matthaios, itself derived from the Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning gift of Yahweh or gift of God. The Hebrew combines mattat (gift) with Yah (God). Mathis is particularly popular in France and Belgium, where it has been one of the most fashionable boy names of the early 21st century. The -is ending gives it a distinctly Francophone feel compared to the German Matthias.
What is the origin of the name Mathis?
Mathis has Hebrew, French, German, Flemish, and Belgian origins. In Hebrew, it means "gift of God". In Hebrew, it means "gift of Yahweh".
Is Mathis a boy or girl name?
Mathis is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mathis?
Mathis is pronounced m-ATH-ihs.
How popular is the name Mathis?
Mathis is currently ranked #3538 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mathis?
Common nicknames for Mathis include Mat and Matty.
What are good middle names for Mathis?
Popular middle name pairings include Mathis Jean, Mathis Louis, Mathis Alexandre, Mathis Henri, Mathis Pierre, Mathis Luc, and Mathis Gabriel.
What are good sibling names for Mathis?
Names that pair well with Mathis as siblings include Théo, Maxime, Hugo, Camille, Léa, Inès, and Chloé.
How many syllables does Mathis have?
Mathis has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mathis a common or rare name?
Mathis is an uncommon name, ranked #3538 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Mathis
Mathis is a boy name with French, German, Flemish, and Belgian origins . The name means "gift of God" in Hebrew .
Mathis is currently ranked #3,538 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Mathis has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-ATH-ihs, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mathis include Mat and Matty. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mathis include Mathias, Matheo, Mathew, Matheus, Mathieu . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.