"gift of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Italian
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The elegant Italian form of Matthew
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"given by God"
Origin: Aramaic
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The Story of Mattia
Mattia is the Italian form of Matthias, which derives from the Hebrew Mattityahu meaning gift of God. It is the Italian version of Matthew, a name borne by one of Jesus's twelve apostles and the author of the first Gospel. While Matthew has long dominated in English-speaking countries, Mattia gives the name a distinctly Mediterranean elegance.
Mattia is consistently popular in Italy and has been gaining traction in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries. In Switzerland and Croatia it also sees strong use. As Italian names trend in America and the UK, Mattia has emerged as a sophisticated alternative to Matthew.
In Italian and Catholic tradition, Mattia is closely tied to Saint Matthias, the apostle chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot. The name carries both religious significance and the effortless style associated with Italian naming culture.
Historical Record
Mattia first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 332 babies have been named Mattia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mattia is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,832 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Mattia has been a top-10 boys name in Italy for over a decade
- Saint Matthias was the apostle chosen by lot to replace Judas among the twelve
- The name Matthew and Mattia both ultimately derive from the same Hebrew root meaning gift of God
Mattia in Other Languages
German
Matthias
Hebrew
Mattityahu
Italian
Mattia
Spanish
Matias
Croatian
Matija
Popularity Over Time
#3,832
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Mattia
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Mattia De Sciglio
Athlete
1992
Italian professional footballer who played for Juventus and the Italian national team
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Mattia Binotto
Engineer
1969
Italian engineer and former team principal of Scuderia Ferrari in Formula 1
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,832
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Latin American Croatian Swiss
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Matti
Matt
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mattia
What does the name Mattia mean?
"gift of God" (from Hebrew). "given by God" (from Aramaic). Mattia is the Italian form of Matthias, which derives from the Hebrew Mattityahu meaning gift of God. It is the Italian version of Matthew, a name borne by one of Jesus's twelve apostles and the author of the first Gospel. While Matthew has long dominated in English-speaking countries, Mattia gives the name a distinctly Mediterranean elegance.
What is the origin of the name Mattia?
Mattia has Hebrew, Aramaic, Italian, Spanish, Latin American, Croatian, and Swiss origins. In Hebrew, it means "gift of God". In Aramaic, it means "given by God".
Is Mattia a boy or girl name?
Mattia is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3832. As a girl name, it is ranked #10616. Mattia is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Mattia?
Mattia is currently ranked #3832 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mattia?
Common nicknames for Mattia include Matti and Matt.
What are good middle names for Mattia?
Popular middle name pairings include Mattia Lorenzo, Mattia Luca, Mattia Giovanni, Mattia Alessandro, and Mattia Marco.
What are good sibling names for Mattia?
Names that pair well with Mattia as siblings include Luca, Nico, Giulia, Sofia, and Elena.
How many syllables does Mattia have?
Mattia has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Mattia a common or rare name?
Mattia is an uncommon name, ranked #3832 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Mattia
Mattia is a boy name with Italian, Spanish, Latin American, Croatian, and Swiss origins . The name means "gift of God" in Hebrew .
Is Mattia a boy or girl name? Mattia is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,832 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #10,616. Mattia is more commonly used as a boy name.
Mattia is currently ranked #3,832 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Mattia has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Mattia include Matti and Matt. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mattia include Matthew, Matteo, Matthias, Mattias, Matt . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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