Matheus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Matheus has Greek origins, derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God.' It has evolved through several historical forms, including Matthias and Matthaeus. The name is often associated with biblical relevance due to its connection to the apostle Matthew. Matheus has gained popularity over the centuries, particularly in Christian contexts, and is viewed positively in modern times. Notable individuals with this name include athletes and artists.
The name Matheus is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Matheus has been too falling 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Matheus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7205th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2180th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2417th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Matheus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Matheus"
Pronunciation
/məˈθeɪəs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Matheus is derived from the Greek name 'Matthias,' which itself comes from the Hebrew name 'Mattityahu,' meaning 'gift of God.'
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Mattityahu (Hebrew), Matthias (Greek), Matthaeus (Latin), Matheus (Portuguese and Spanish)
Biblical Background
Matheus is often associated with the apostle Matthew, who is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and traditionally regarded as the author of the Gospel of Matthew.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian world due to its biblical connections, especially from the Middle Ages onward when names from the Bible were widely adopted.
Variants & Derivatives
Matthias, Matthew, Matteo, Matthieu
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Matheus is perceived as a classic and strong name, popular in various cultures, particularly in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries.
Famous People
Matheus Cunha (Brazilian footballer), Matheus Oliveira (Brazilian footballer), Matheus Lima (Brazilian artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Matheus"
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 "Matheus"
"Matheus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7205th of 16616 | 73 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2180th of 24088 | 885 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2417th of 23106 | 665 |
Regional Popularity of "Matheus" 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) |
- |
57.01% 2551st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
16.15% 834th/5164 |
28.58% 2090th/7313 |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
29.31% 1315th/4487 |
28.19% 1923rd/6822 |
35.60% 2234th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Matheus" 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 "Matheus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Matheus" 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.