Mathieu

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Mathieu Pronunciation

Mathieu is pronounced mah-TYOO /mɑˈtjø/Medium

Meaning: French form of Matthew — from Hebrew Mattityahu, 'gift of God/Yahweh'High

In 30 seconds: Matthew, en français: Mathieu is the French 'gift of God'. Suave, classic, and warm (skier Mathieu, actor Mathieu Amalric).

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Origin HighHebrew, French

MeaningFrench form of Matthew — from Hebrew Mattityahu, 'gift of God/Yahweh'

U.S. rank (2024)#4266 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2000

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,397

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Mathieu is the French form of Matthew — from Hebrew Mattityahu, 'gift of God/Yahweh' (the apostle and evangelist). A suave, classic name across France and French Canada.

In the U.S. it appears in French families. Rare, gift-of-God at the root, and suave.

Did you know? Mathieu is the French form of Matthew, from Hebrew Mattityahu, 'gift of God' (the apostle) — a suave, enduring French classic.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Mathieu — etymology

Variations

MatthieuMatthewMateo

Nicknames

Matt

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Matteo— the Italian form

Mateo— the Spanish form

Matthew— the English form

Matheus— the Portuguese form

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Mathieu?

Mathieu is pronounced mah-TYOO (/mɑˈtjø/). Press play above to hear Mathieu said aloud.

How do you say Mathieu?

Mathieu is said mah-TYOO (/mɑˈtjø/). Press play above to hear Mathieu said aloud.

What does the name Mathieu mean?

Mathieu is the French Matthew — 'gift of God'.

Is Mathieu a boy or girl name?

Mathieu is a boy's name.

How popular is Mathieu?

Mathieu is a rare name in the U.S.