"son of Matthew, gift of God"
Origin: English
Language: English
Mattison
Pronunciation: [ m-AT-ihs-uhn ]
A strong surname name meaning gift of God
American
English
Modern
Bold
Playful
Strong
Meaning & Origin
"gift of Yahweh"
Origin: Hebrew via English
Language: English
Browse names with similar meanings:
The Story of Mattison
Mattison is an Anglicized surname turned given name, meaning son of Matthew. Matthew itself comes from the Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning gift of God (from mattan meaning gift and Yah referring to God). The surname-as-first-name trend, which gave us Madison, Addison, and Emerson, has made Mattison an increasingly popular choice for girls.
Mattison emerged as a feminine given name in the 2000s-2010s, riding the wave of -son names for girls that began with Madisons explosion onto the scene in the 1980s (inspired by the mermaid film). It offers a Matt nickname that feels fresh rather than masculine when paired with this spelling.
The -son suffix names represent a uniquely American naming tradition — taking occupational or patronymic surnames and giving them to daughters, subverting traditional gender expectations while maintaining a sense of heritage and strength.
Fun Facts
- Madison entered the top 10 US girls names in 1985, inspired by the mermaid film Splash
- Surname-as-firstname names for girls increased 200% in the US between 1990 and 2015
Mattison in Other Languages
French
Mattison
German
Mattison
English
Mattison
Spanish
Matison
Popularity Over Time
#6,497
Current Rank
Rising
Trend
Peaked 2002
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Mattison
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Mattison Moss
Actor
American actress known for television and film appearances
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Madison (Aquamarine character) Fictional
Other
The mermaid character from the 1984 film Splash who popularized the surname as a first name
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #6,497
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Matti
Matty
Tison
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Classic pairing, English heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, American heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Names
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Also a Boy Name
Mattison is also used as a boy name, ranked #18528.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mattison
What does the name Mattison mean?
"son of Matthew, gift of God" (from English). "gift of Yahweh" (from Hebrew via English). Mattison is an Anglicized surname turned given name, meaning son of Matthew. Matthew itself comes from the Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning gift of God (from mattan meaning gift and Yah referring to God). The surname-as-first-name trend, which gave us Madison, Addison, and Emerson, has made Mattison an increasingly popular choice for girls.
What is the origin of the name Mattison?
Mattison has English, Hebrew via English, and American origins. In English, it means "son of Matthew, gift of God". In Hebrew via English, it means "gift of Yahweh".
Is Mattison a boy or girl name?
Mattison is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #6497. As a boy name, it is ranked #18528. Mattison is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Mattison?
Mattison is pronounced m-AT-ihs-uhn.
How popular is the name Mattison?
Mattison is currently ranked #6497 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mattison?
Common nicknames for Mattison include Matti, Matty, and Tison.
What are good middle names for Mattison?
Popular middle name pairings include Mattison Grace, Mattison Jo, Mattison Lee, Mattison Paige, and Mattison Quinn.
What are good sibling names for Mattison?
Names that pair well with Mattison as siblings include Addison, Emerson, Greyson, Hadley, and Benson.
How many syllables does Mattison have?
Mattison has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Mattison a common or rare name?
Mattison is an uncommon name, ranked #6497 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Mattison
Mattison is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "son of Matthew, gift of God" in English .
Is Mattison a boy or girl name? Mattison is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #6,497 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #18,528. Mattison is more commonly used as a girl name.
Mattison is currently ranked #6,497 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Mattison has 3 syllables and is pronounced m-AT-ihs-uhn, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Mattison include Matti, Matty, and Tison. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mattison include Mattie, Mattea . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.