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Matias

♂ Boy

Pronounced mah-TEE-ahs /mɑˈtiː.ɑs/High

Meaning: Gift of God — Spanish and Scandinavian form of Matthias, from Hebrew <em>Mattityahu</em> (gift of Yahweh)High

In 30 seconds: A sleek Spanish and Scandinavian form of the biblical Matthias, Matias means 'gift of God.' It combines deep Hebrew roots with a modern, international feel that is rising fast in the U.S.
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Origin HighHebrew, Scandinavian, Spanish
MeaningGift of God — Spanish and Scandinavian form of Matthias, from Hebrew <em>Mattityahu</em> (gift of Yahweh)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 9,686

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201719042017

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Matias is the Spanish (and also Finnish/Scandinavian) form of Matthias, which derives from the Greek Matthaios and ultimately from Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of Yahweh' or 'gift of God.' The name shares its root with Matthew. Matthias the apostle gave the name lasting biblical prestige.

Matias has become popular in the United States driven by the growing Hispanic population, entering the top 200 boys' names in the 2010s. It is also popular in Scandinavian countries (Finland, Sweden, Norway) where it appears as a traditional form. Its clean three-syllable structure and strong meaning give it broad cross-cultural appeal.

Did you know? Matthias was the apostle chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot after the betrayal of Jesus — the only apostle selected after the Resurrection. His feast day is May 14 in the Western Church.

Variations

MatthiasMatthewMattias

Nicknames

MatiTias

Famous Bearers

  • ★Saint Matthias (1st century AD)
    Apostle chosen to replace Judas Iscariot; patron saint of carpenters and tailors.

If you like Matias…

Santiago— strong Spanish boys' name with the same Catholic heritage and Latin American appeal
Sebastian— classic European name popular with the same multicultural audiences
Emilio— three-syllable Spanish/Italian classic with a similar flowing sound
Lucas— popular international biblical name with the same clean strength

Frequently Asked

What does the name Matias mean?

Matias is a Spanish form of Matthias, from Hebrew <em>Mattityahu</em> meaning 'gift of God' or 'gift of Yahweh.'

How do you pronounce Matias?

Matias is pronounced mah-TEE-ahs /mɑˈtiː.ɑs/ — three syllables with stress on the second.

Is Matias a boy or girl name?

Matias is a boys' name.

How popular is Matias?

Matias entered the U.S. top 200 boys' names in the 2010s and continues to grow, especially popular in Hispanic communities.