Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Mathias originates from Greek, meaning 'gift of God', evolving through several languages including Latin and Old French. It is associated with biblical significance due to its reference in the New Testament. Mathias has a rich historical presence and is viewed positively in modern times, often linked to strength and faith. Notable bearers of the name include historical figures and politicians.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/məˈθaɪəs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Mathias is derived from the Greek name 'Matthias', which means 'gift of God'. It is a variant of the Hebrew name 'Mattityahu'.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Matthias (Greek), Matthias (Latin), Mathias (Old French), Mathias (English)
Biblical Background
Mathias is recognized in the New Testament as the apostle chosen to replace Judas Iscariot.
Historical Usage
The name Mathias gained popularity in the Christian world after the New Testament was translated into various languages and became widely known. It has been used in various European cultures since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Matthias, Matthew, Matteo, Matthieu, Matias
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Mathias is perceived as a classic and timeless name, often associated with strength and faith.
Famous People
Mathias Corvinus, King of Hungary, Mathias J. O'Brien, American politician, Mathias G. D. A. de la Mare, British botanist
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,031 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 46 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1141st of 7545 | 610 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1677th of 6773 | 329 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2013th of 7552 | 301 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1772nd of 10718 | 412 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1474th of 16616 | 876 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 860th of 24088 | 3,401 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 444th of 23106 | 8,278 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
46.40% 657th/1416 |
64.97% 896th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
56.21% 869th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
46.48% 1365th/2937 |
52.74% 1837th/3483 |
- |
45.99% 1860th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
31.13% 1147th/3685 |
52.36% 2343rd/4475 |
- |
29.13% 1840th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.79% 861st/4582 |
16.92% 874th/5164 |
14.11% 1032nd/7313 |
9.97% 744th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
15.49% 617th/3984 |
8.87% 398th/4487 |
6.52% 445th/6822 |
6.31% 396th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Florida across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1141st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1677th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2013th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1772nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1474th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 860th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 444th out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.