Mathias
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Gift of God — a blessing from heaven
Origin: Hebrew/German/Scandinavian
Popularity: Ranked #312 in 2025 with 1,087 babies born.
History: Mathias is the German and Scandinavian form of Matthias, from the Hebrew meaning gift of God. It has been widely used in German-speaking and Nordic countries for centuries. It is the name of the apostle chosen to replace Judas Iscariot in the Acts of the Apostles and carries strong New Testament heritage.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Mathias? About 1 in 3,062 babies born in 2025 were named Mathias, or roughly 3 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Mathias
What does the name Mathias mean?
Mathias means “Gift of God — a blessing from heaven” from Hebrew/German/Scandinavian roots.
What is the origin of the name Mathias?
Mathias has Hebrew/German/Scandinavian origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift of God — a blessing from heaven”.
How popular is Mathias?
Mathias ranked #312 in 2025 — given to 1,087 babies that year.
When was Mathias most popular?
Mathias peaked in 2025 with 1,087 babies registered that year.
Is Mathias a boy or girl name?
Mathias is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Mathiass in registered births are male.
Is the name Mathias rising or falling in popularity?
Mathias has risen 117 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #429 in 2020 to #312 in 2025.
How long has Mathias been recorded?
Mathias appears in birth records across 143 years — from 1880 through 2025.