Declining since 2017, #3,314 for boys today.
Popularity of Mathis since 1885
Babies named Mathis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 13 |
| 1910s | 49 |
| 1920s | 84 |
| 1930s | 47 |
| 1940s | 74 |
| 1950s | 107 |
| 1960s | 83 |
| 1970s | 69 |
| 1980s | 100 |
| 1990s | 83 |
| 2000s | 269 |
| 2010s | 758 |
| 2020s | 229 |
Meaning & origin
Mathis is a French variant of Matthias that has seen consistent but modest use in the United States since the late 19th century. First recorded in 1885, it remained a rare choice for decades before rising to a peak rank of 3,314 in 2017. Since then, its popularity has been falling, reflecting a broader shift away from traditional French-inflected names. In 2025 approximately 1 in 48,802 boys received the name. Mathis is most associated with French heritage, though it fits comfortably into modern English-speaking naming trends. While it has not cracked the top 1,000 nationally, its appeal lies in its soft sound and strong meaning. The name carries a sense of European elegance without being overly ornate.
Mathis is a French variant of Matthias, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God.' It has been used in France since the Middle Ages, often as a given name but also as a surname. In the English-speaking world, Mathis gained modest usage in the 20th century, influenced by the French form.
“Mathis” around the world
Where Mathis lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
#38
in 2024
Quebec
#84
in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Matt, Matty
Sibling names for Mathis
Names that share Mathis's style, for a brother or sister.
