"gift of God, gift of Yahweh"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Mattias
Pronunciation: [ m-ASH-uhz ]
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The Story of Mattias
Mattias is the Scandinavian and German form of Matthias, the Greek form of the Hebrew Mattityahu meaning gift of Yahweh or gift of God. It is the same name as Matthew, simply via a different historical transmission path — Matthew came through Latin Matthaeus while Mattias came through Greek more directly. The Apostle Matthias was chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot among the twelve disciples, making this name apostolic in Christian tradition.
Mattias is a perennial top-10 name in Sweden and is well-loved in German-speaking countries. In the English-speaking world, it has been rising as parents seek the familiar Matthew meaning with a more distinctive European flair. The Scandinavian spelling gives it a clean, modern feel while the biblical roots provide depth.
In Swedish culture, Mattias is a strong traditional masculine name with deep roots appearing throughout Scandinavian history. Saint Matthias is the apostle selected by lot after Judas Iscariot's betrayal, venerated on February 24 in Catholic tradition. The name embodies both ancient faith and Nordic heritage.
Historical Record
Mattias first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 2,516 babies have been named Mattias in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mattias is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,145 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Matthias was chosen as the 12th apostle by casting lots in Acts 1:26 after Judas Iscariot's death, making him the only apostle selected by chance
- Mattias is consistently a top-10 name in Sweden where it has been popular since the Middle Ages
- The root gift of God appears in multiple languages — Nathaniel from Hebrew, Theodore from Greek, and Mattias from Hebrew via Greek all carry this meaning
Mattias in Other Languages
Greek
Matthias
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Matthias
English
Matthew
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Matias
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Matias
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The apostle chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot among the twelve disciples according to Acts 1:23-26, venerated on F...
The apostle chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot among the twelve disciples according to Acts 1:23-26, venerated on February 24
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,145
- Total SSA Count
- 183
- Cultural Origins
- Swedish German Finnish Dutch
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Matti
Tias
Matt
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mattias
What does the name Mattias mean?
"gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (from Hebrew). Mattias is the Scandinavian and German form of Matthias, the Greek form of the Hebrew Mattityahu meaning gift of Yahweh or gift of God. It is the same name as Matthew, simply via a different historical transmission path — Matthew came through Latin Matthaeus while Mattias came through Greek more directly. The Apostle Matthias was chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot among the twelve disciples, making this name apostolic in Christian tradition.
What is the origin of the name Mattias?
Mattias has Hebrew, Swedish, German, Finnish, and Dutch origins. In Hebrew, it means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh".
Is Mattias a boy or girl name?
Mattias is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mattias?
Mattias is pronounced m-ASH-uhz.
How popular is the name Mattias?
Mattias is currently ranked #1145 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mattias?
Common nicknames for Mattias include Matti, Tias, and Matt.
What are good middle names for Mattias?
Popular middle name pairings include Mattias Erik, Mattias Lars, Mattias Henrik, Mattias Johan, Mattias Axel, Mattias Gustav, and Mattias Soren.
What are good sibling names for Mattias?
Names that pair well with Mattias as siblings include Astrid, Sigrid, Lukas, Elsa, Johan, Britta, and Nils.
How many syllables does Mattias have?
Mattias has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Mattias a common or rare name?
Mattias is an uncommon name, ranked #1145 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Mattias
Mattias is a boy name with Swedish, German, Finnish, and Dutch origins . The name means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" in Hebrew .
Mattias is currently ranked #1,145 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Mattias has 3 syllables and is pronounced m-ASH-uhz, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Mattias include Matti, Tias, and Matt. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mattias include Matthew, Matteo, Matthias, Matt, Mattheo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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