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Origin & history of Matias1
Finnish / Portuguese roots
Matias is a Spanish and Portuguese form of the name Matthew. It is derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, which means gift of God. Matias is a popular name in many Spanish-speaking countries, including Spain, Mexico, and Argentina. The name Matias has been borne by several notable historical figures, including a 16th-century Spanish conquistador and a 19th-century Argentine president. Matias is also a common name in the Bible, where it is the name of one of Jesus's apostles. In some countries, Matias is used as a feminine form of the name, while in others it is exclusively masculine. Matias has a strong, masculine sound, and is often associated with qualities such as strength, courage, and leadership. The name Matias has been popularized in contemporary culture by figures such as Matias Almeyda, a former Argentine soccer player, and Matias Vecino, a Uruguayan soccer player. Matias has a number of variations and diminutives, including Mati, Matías, and Tias. In some cultures, Matias is considered a unisex name, and has been used for both boys and girls. I hope these facts are helpful and interesting! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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Root name
The root form of Matias is
Matias — meaning Gift of God.
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Modern usage
Matias remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Matias?
2024
peak year
Today, Matias ranks around #245 in the United States, with roughly 1,669 new arrivals per year. But it wasn't always this way. At its peak in 2024, 2,263 babies were given the name (ranked #158 nationally). Its strongest stretch was the 2020s. Matias has been trending upward in recent years. In all, around 23,249 babies have been registered as Matias since 1880.
Year-by-year registrations
1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
2,263
Babies named in peak year
(ranked #158)
(ranked #158)
1,669
Avg. per year
(last decade)
(last decade)
16,690
Total registrations
last 10 years
last 10 years
23,249
All-time total
(since 1880)
(since 1880)
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Numerology of Matias9
Life path number
The Humanitarian
Compassion, wisdom and humanitarianism.
🌍Humanitarian
🎨Creative
🌟Wise
💝Loving
M4
A1
T2
I9
A1
S1
Sum: 18 → Life path 9
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Personality of Matias🌍
Compassionate soul
They carry the weight of the world with grace.
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Richly creative
Deep feeling translates into deep art.
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Old soul wisdom
They've always seemed wiser than their years.
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Unconditional love
Their love is vast and forgiving.
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