Holding steady.
Popularity of Matas since 1998
Babies named Matas per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 75 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Matas is a Lithuanian form of Matthew, meaning 'gift of God'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1998, a relatively recent addition to American naming trends. The name saw its peak popularity in 2006, though it has remained consistently rare, with a stable trajectory since then. Its top states are not recorded, reflecting its infrequent use. As a cross-cultural choice, Matas offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Matthew, appealing to families with Lithuanian heritage or those seeking a unique name with deep historical roots.
Matas is a Lithuanian form of Matthew, which derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of Yahweh'. In Lithuania, Matas has been a traditional given name for centuries, often associated with Christian heritage. It gained international attention through the Lithuanian basketball player Matas Kuzminskas.
“Matas” around the world
Where Matas lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mat, Mate
Sibling names for Matas
Names that share Matas's style, for a brother or sister.
