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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Matthus

Gift of God

Pronunciation: MAT-thus (/ˈmætθəs/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 75
Meaning
Gift of God
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
14
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Ruby
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
75
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: RedOrange

What does Matthus mean?

Matthus is a Greek name derived from the Hebrew Mattithyahu, which means 'gift of God'. In the New Testament, Matthew is a disciple and one of the twelve apostles, whose name is believed to be derived from this Hebrew origin.

Matthus in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
מתוס
מתוס הוא מתנה מאלוהים לתת מתת לאלוהים
Greek
Ματθούς
Ματθούς σημαίνει δωρομάτιος θεού
Latin
Matthous
Matthous significat donum Dei
English
Matthus
Matthus means gift of God or God-given

How to pronounce Matthus

English pronunciation
MAT-thus
Biblical pronunciation
Mattos
IPA notation
/ˈmætθəs/

Numerology & personality

Those with a life path number 3 are natural communicators and artists, often expressing themselves through creativity.

Associated Traits
LoyalFaithfulSteadfastC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbol of divine grace and divine gift.

The name Matthus has spread far and wide due to the influence of Christianity, with numerous Christians giving this name to their children. Matthus can be found in many English-speaking and Western European countries, and is often discovered in regions influenced by Western Catholicism.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: New Testament (Matthew 9:9)

Saint connection: Saint Matthew

Popularity of Matthus by region

Region Country Score Year
Brazil BR 73 2024
France FR 65 2024

Spelling variations of Matthus

Mathus

Names similar to Matthus

Frequently asked questions about Matthus

What does Matthus mean?
Matthus is a Greek name derived from the Hebrew Mattithyahu, which means 'gift of God'.
Is Matthus a Christianity name?
Yes, Matthus is a Greek name with strong ties to Christianity. It is believed to be the name of one of the twelve apostles in the New Testament.
How to pronounce Matthus?
Matthus is pronounced as 'mah-THOO-ss'.
Is Matthus popular today?
Matthus is a relatively uncommon name in modern usage, but it continues to hold significance for those who value its rich history and meaning in the Christian tradition.
What is the origin of Matthus?
Matthus is a Greek name believed to be derived from the Hebrew Mattithyahu, which means 'gift of God'.