Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Mattheus since 1995
Babies named Mattheus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 13 |
| 2000s | 84 |
| 2010s | 83 |
| 2020s | 41 |
Meaning & origin
Mattheus is a relatively rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1995. It peaked in popularity in 2011, though even then it remained uncommon. By 2025, the name ranks 9,714, with roughly 1 in 244,011 newborn boys receiving the name. The trajectory has been stable over the past decade, neither rising nor falling dramatically. Mattheus has not been associated with any particular U.S. state or region, reflecting its low but consistent usage across the country. As a variant of Matthew, it carries strong biblical roots, appealing to families seeking a traditional name with a distinctive European spelling.
Mattheus is a Dutch, German, and Scandinavian form of Matthew, which comes from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of Yahweh.' The name appears in the New Testament as the apostle and evangelist Matthew. It has been used in various European languages for centuries, though the spelling Mattheus is primarily associated with Dutch and German-speaking regions.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Matt, Theo
Sibling names for Mattheus
Names that share Mattheus's style, for a brother or sister.
