Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mattias is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'gift of God.' It evolved from Mattityahu in Hebrew to Matthias in Greek and then to Mattias in Latin and Old German. The name is linked to biblical significance through the apostle chosen to replace Judas Iscariot. It has historical usage in Christian contexts and is associated with qualities of strength and reliability. Mattias has various variants and remains popular in modern times.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/məˈtiːəs/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Mattias is derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, which means 'gift of Yahweh' or 'gift of God.' It is related to the name Matthew.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Mattityahu (Hebrew), Matthias (Greek), Mattias (Latin/Old German)
Biblical Background
Mattias is mentioned in the New Testament as the apostle chosen to replace Judas Iscariot.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian context after the New Testament period and has remained a common name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Matthias, Matias, Matthew, Matt
Modern Popularity & Image
Mattias is perceived as a strong and classic name, often associated with reliability and faithfulness.
Famous People
Mattias Ekström (Swedish racing driver), Mattias Svensson (Swedish politician), Mattias Klum (Swedish photographer and filmmaker)
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 184 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5530th of 16616 | 122 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2291st of 24088 | 816 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1398th of 23106 | 1,568 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male 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) |
60.28% 2762nd/4582 |
51.10% 2639th/5164 |
31.78% 2324th/7313 |
20.42% 1524th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.77% 1943rd/3984 |
32.61% 1463rd/4487 |
20.82% 1420th/6822 |
16.16% 1014th/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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled 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 Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5530th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2291st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1398th out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.