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Matheson

♂ Boy

Pronounced MATH-uh-sun /ˈmæθ.ə.sən/High

Meaning: Matheson is a Scottish surname meaning 'son of Matthew' (with the Highland clan Matheson also linked to a Gaelic root, Mathan, 'bear'). As a given name it is a modern surname pick that quietly carries the Matthew line.Medium

In 30 seconds: Matheson is a Scottish surname meaning 'son of Matthew' — a clan name with a soft, modern ring (said 'MATH-uh-sun').
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Origin MediumScottish, English
MeaningMatheson is a Scottish surname meaning 'son of Matthew' (with the Highland clan Matheson also linked to a Gaelic root, Mathan, 'bear'). As a given name it is a modern surname pick that quietly carries the Matthew line.
U.S. rank (2024)#13474 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2005
Total births (all-time)≈ 132

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201420002024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Matheson is a Scottish surname, most often explained as 'son of Matthew'; Clan Matheson of the Highlands is also connected to a Gaelic root, Mathan, 'bear'. Carried into first-name use in the modern surname-name wave, it offers the familiar Matthew family with a fresher shape (said 'MATH-uh-sun').

It appears rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, surname-style, and Scottish-rooted.

Did you know? Matheson is the name of a Highland clan, usually read as 'son of Matthew', though a Gaelic root meaning 'bear' has also been proposed — either way, a surname with deep Scottish roots (said 'MATH-uh-sun').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Matheson — Scottish surname / Highland clan; 'son of Matthew'

Variations

MathisonMathieson

Nicknames

MathMatty

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Matheson mean?

Matheson is a Scottish surname meaning 'son of Matthew'; a Gaelic root meaning 'bear' has also been suggested for the clan name.

How do you pronounce Matheson?

It's said MATH-uh-sun /ˈmæθ.ə.sən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Matheson a boy or girl name?

Matheson is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Matheson?

Matheson is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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