Holding steady.
Popularity of Mathea since 1995
Babies named Mathea per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 19 |
| 2000s | 89 |
| 2010s | 43 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mathea is a modern feminine form of Matthew, first recorded in the United States in 1995. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its rarity. The name reached its peak usage in 2004, with a trajectory that has remained stable since then. Its association with the biblical Matthew gives it a subtle religious resonance, while its ending echoes popular feminine names like Dorothea. Parents choosing Mathea often appreciate its combination of tradition and uniqueness.
Mathea is a feminine variant of Matthew, which derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God'. The name Matthew appears in the New Testament as one of the twelve apostles and author of the first Gospel. Mathea emerged as a modern feminine adaptation, likely influenced by names like Dorothea or Althea.
“Mathea” around the world
Where Mathea lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mattie, Thea
Variants: Matthea, Matthia
Sibling names for Mathea
Names that share Mathea's style, for a brother or sister.
