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Mattisyahu
Mattisyahu Pronunciation
Mattisyahu is pronounced mah-tis-YAH-hoo /ˌmɑ.tɪsˈjɑ.hu/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Mattityahu/Matisyahu — from Hebrew, 'gift of Yahweh; gift of God' (the full Hebrew form of Matthew)Medium
History & Origin
Mattisyahu is a spelling of Mattityahu/Matisyahu — the full Hebrew form of Matthew, 'gift of Yahweh; gift of God'. Borne by Mattathias the priest, whose revolt against the Seleucids began the story of Hanukkah, and by the reggae singer Matisyahu. A devout, lyrical name in Jewish tradition (said 'mah-tis-YAH-hoo'; nickname Matt).
In the U.S. it appears in Jewish families. Rare, gift-of-God at the root, and devout.
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How do you pronounce Mattisyahu?
Mattisyahu is pronounced mah-tis-YAH-hoo (/ˌmɑ.tɪsˈjɑ.hu/). Press play above to hear Mattisyahu said aloud.
How do you say Mattisyahu?
Mattisyahu is said mah-tis-YAH-hoo (/ˌmɑ.tɪsˈjɑ.hu/). Press play above to hear Mattisyahu said aloud.
What does the name Mattisyahu mean?
Mattisyahu is the Hebrew Matthew — 'gift of Yahweh; gift of God'.
Is Mattisyahu a boy or girl name?
Mattisyahu is a boy's name.
How popular is Mattisyahu?
Mattisyahu is a very rare name in the U.S.