Mateusz Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mateusz is a Polish name derived from the Hebrew Matityahu, meaning 'gift of God'. It has evolved through various languages and forms, maintaining its biblical roots associated with the apostle Matthew. The name is positively perceived in modern Poland and is linked to notable figures in various fields.
The name Mateusz is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Mateusz has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, 'Mateusz' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3418th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2397th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7240th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Mateusz' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mateusz"
Pronunciation
/maˈtɛ.uʃ/
Origin
Polish
Etymology
Mateusz is derived from the Hebrew name Matityahu, which means 'gift of God'. It is the Polish form of the name Matthew.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Matityahu (Hebrew), Matthias (Greek), Matthew (Latin), Mateusz (Polish)
Biblical Background
The name is associated with Matthew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and traditionally regarded as the author of the Gospel of Matthew.
Historical Usage
Mateusz became popular in Poland during the Middle Ages and has remained in use ever since, reflecting both religious and cultural significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Matej, Matteo, Matheus, Matthias
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mateusz is a well-regarded name in Poland, often associated with positive traits like kindness and faithfulness.
Famous People
Mateusz Morawiecki (Prime Minister of Poland), Mateusz Klich (Professional footballer), Mateusz Kusznierewicz (Olympic sailor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mateusz"
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 of "Mateusz"
"Mateusz" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3418th of 16616 | 255 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2397th of 24088 | 760 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7240th of 23106 | 131 |
Regional Popularity of "Mateusz" by Generation for 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) |
30.85% 1137th/3685 |
33.90% 1517th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.87% 1048th/4582 |
23.53% 1215th/5164 |
- |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
56.00% 2231st/3984 |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Mateusz" by Generation for 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 of "Mateusz"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mateusz" 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.