Mathias
Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: Hebrew (via Danish)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Denmark: #6
Total births: 22,319
History: Mathias is the Danish form of Matthias. It has been one of the most popular Danish names in the 21st century.
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Every number here comes directly from Denmark’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #28 |
| Babies named Mathias in 2024 | 67 |
| Total recorded in Denmark | 22,319 |
| Peak year | 1996 (1,247 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1 |
| Years in records | 1985–2024 (40 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 11 spots |
Frequently asked about Mathias
What does the name Mathias mean?
Mathias means “Gift of God” from Hebrew (via Danish) roots.
What is the origin of the name Mathias?
Mathias has Hebrew (via Danish) origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift of God”.
How popular is Mathias in Denmark?
Mathias ranked #28 in Denmark in 2024 — given to 67 babies that year.
When was Mathias most popular?
Mathias peaked in 1996 with 1,247 babies registered that year in Denmark.
Is Mathias a boy or girl name?
Mathias is predominantly a boys' name in Denmark — over 90% of Mathiass in registered births are male.
Is the name Mathias rising or falling in popularity?
Mathias has fallen 11 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Denmark — from #17 in 2019 to #28 in 2024.
How long has Mathias been recorded in Denmark?
Mathias appears in birth records in Denmark across 40 years — from 1985 through 2024.