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Mattheo represents an alternative spelling of the Italian name Matteo and means 'given by JHWH (God)' or 'gift of God'. The French variant Matthéo is also related to Matteo.
What does the name Mattheo mean?
The name Mattheo is a modified form of the Italian Matteo and carries the meaning 'given by JHWH (God)' or 'gift of God'. The spelling Matthéo is also included and is a French form of Matteo. Both variants derive from the biblical name Matthäus, which goes back to the original name Mattatjahu. This is composed of the Ancient Hebrew word mattath for 'gift' and jahwe for 'God'. Other variants include Mateo and Matheo.
Where does the name Mattheo come from?
Mattheo is a masculine first name of Ancient Hebrew origin, meaning 'given by JHWH (God)' or 'gift of God'. The Ancient Hebrew
How do you pronounce Mattheo?
The pronunciation of Mattheo is three syllables and has a gentle rhythm. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Mat-te-o' [maˈteːo], starting with an open A sound. The middle syllable is stressed and has a long E sound. The open ending '-o' gives the name a certain lightness. Overall, Mattheo sounds melodic and modern - a name that impresses with its harmonious flow and southern charm.
When is the name day of Mattheo?
The name day for Mattheo is celebrated on September 21.
Popularity
In Germany, Mattheo is quite popular. The name currently ranks 192nd on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2023, reaching 172nd place. In the last ten years, Mattheo has been given as a first name around 2,900 times, which places it 247th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 298th.
Nicknames & pet names
Loddar / Matt / Matte / Matti / Matty / Matze / Meo / Theo
Similar first names
Famous people
- Matteo Markus Bok (singer, dancer, songwriter)
Frequently asked questions about the name Mattheo
What is the origin of the name Mattheo?
Mattheo is a masculine first name with Ancient Hebrew roots and is used in various languages such as French and Italian.
What does the name Mattheo mean?
The name Mattheo means 'given by JHWH (God)' or 'gift of God' and derives from the biblical Matthäus.
How popular is the name Mattheo?
Mattheo is becoming increasingly popular, especially in countries with Romance language roots, and is often chosen as a modern variant of the traditional name Matteo.