Mattie

Pronunciation: [ m-AT-ee ]

Girl Name #1,057 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A Victorian darling with True Grit toughness

English American

Vintage Playful Classic Gentle Whimsical

Meaning & Origin

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew (Matthew root)

Language: Hebrew

"lady, mistress"

Origin: Aramaic (Martha root)

Language: Aramaic

"might in battle"

Origin: Germanic (Matilda root)

Language: Old German

The Story of Mattie

Mattie functions as a diminutive of multiple names: most commonly Martha (Aramaic, meaning lady or mistress) or Matilda (Old German, meaning might in battle, combining maht and hild). It can also derive from Matthew (Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning gift of God). In the 19th century, Mattie was used independently as a given name, especially in the American South and Midwest, and is experiencing a renaissance as part of the vintage nickname-name trend.

Mattie has surged as part of the broader revival of vintage -ie nickname names alongside Hattie, Nellie, Millie, and Rosie. Parents who love Maddie but find it overused often land on Mattie as a fresher alternative with the same warm, friendly energy.

Mattie Ross is the unforgettable teenage protagonist of Charles Portis's 1968 novel True Grit — a fiercely intelligent and morally determined 14-year-old who hires a one-eyed US Marshal to avenge her father's murder. The character, portrayed memorably in both the 1969 and 2010 film adaptations, gave Mattie an iconic literary identity full of grit and determination.

Fun Facts

Mattie Ross from True Grit is consistently cited by literary critics as one of the great female protagonists in American fiction
Queen Mathilde of Belgium uses the formal version of this name — making Mattie royal by association
Mattie was a top-100 name in the United States from 1880 to 1920, before declining for decades and now making a comeback

Mattie in Other Languages

Dutch Machteld (formal)

French Mathilde (formal)

German Mathilde (formal)

Italian Matilde (formal)

Spanish Matilda (formal)

Famous People Named Mattie

Mattie Stepanek

Writer

1990

American poet and peace activist who published six bestselling books of poetry before his death at age 13 from muscular ...

American poet and peace activist who published six bestselling books of poetry before his death at age 13 from muscular dystrophy

Mattie Bekink

Politician

1989

South African politician and member of the Democratic Alliance known for her work in governance and accountability

Mattie Ross Fictional

Other

The razor-sharp teenage protagonist of Charles Portis's True Grit who hires Marshal Rooster Cogburn to avenge her father...

The razor-sharp teenage protagonist of Charles Portis's True Grit who hires Marshal Rooster Cogburn to avenge her father; portrayed by Kim Darby and Hailee Steinfeld in the films

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,057
Total SSA Count: 235
Cultural Origins: English American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

Mattea #4969

Common Nicknames

Matt Mat

Pairs Well With

Mattie Jo Mattie Lee Mattie Grace Mattie Belle Mattie Ray Mattie Rose Mattie Claire

Sibling Names

Hattie Rosie Nellie Ellie Archie Charlie Teddy

Also a Boy Name

Mattie is also used as a boy name, ranked #30103.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mattie

What does the name Mattie mean?

"gift of God" (from Hebrew (Matthew root)). "lady, mistress" (from Aramaic (Martha root)). "might in battle" (from Germanic (Matilda root)). Mattie functions as a diminutive of multiple names: most commonly Martha (Aramaic, meaning lady or mistress) or Matilda (Old German, meaning might in battle, combining maht and hild). It can also derive from Matthew (Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning gift of God). In the 19th century, Mattie was used independently as a given name, especially in the American South and Midwest, and is experiencing a renaissance as part of the vintage nickname-name trend.

What is the origin of the name Mattie?

Mattie has Hebrew (Matthew root), Aramaic (Martha root), Germanic (Matilda root), English, and American origins. In Hebrew (Matthew root), it means "gift of God". In Aramaic (Martha root), it means "lady, mistress". In Germanic (Matilda root), it means "might in battle".

Is Mattie a boy or girl name?

Mattie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1057. As a boy name, it is ranked #30103. Mattie is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Mattie?

Mattie is pronounced m-AT-ee.

How popular is the name Mattie?

Mattie is currently ranked #1057 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Mattie?

Common nicknames for Mattie include Matt and Mat.

What are good middle names for Mattie?

Popular middle name pairings include Mattie Jo, Mattie Lee, Mattie Grace, Mattie Belle, Mattie Ray, Mattie Rose, and Mattie Claire.

What are good sibling names for Mattie?

Names that pair well with Mattie as siblings include Hattie, Rosie, Nellie, Ellie, Archie, Charlie, and Teddy.

How many syllables does Mattie have?

Mattie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Mattie a common or rare name?

Mattie is an uncommon name, ranked #1057 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Mattie

Mattie is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "gift of God" in Hebrew (Matthew root) .

Is Mattie a boy or girl name? Mattie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,057 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #30,103. Mattie is more commonly used as a girl name.

Mattie is currently ranked #1,057 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Mattie has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-AT-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Mattie include Matt and Mat. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Mattie include Mattea . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.