Rising since 2019.
Popularity of Thijs since 2004
Babies named Thijs per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 57 |
| 2010s | 40 |
| 2020s | 15 |
Meaning & origin
Thijs is a Dutch short form of Matthew, meaning 'gift of God.' First recorded in U.S. data in 2004, it peaked in popularity in 2007 and has been on the rise since 2019, reflecting a growing interest in authentic Dutch names. Despite its recent entry, Thijs has a long history in the Netherlands. It remains uncommon in the U.S., with no top states recorded. Its trajectory suggests it may continue to gain favor among parents seeking a concise, international name with a strong biblical root.
Thijs is a Dutch short form of Matthijs or Mattheus, the Dutch forms of Matthew. Matthew derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God' or 'God is bountiful.' In the Netherlands, Thijs has been used as an independent given name since at least the 20th century, gaining popularity in the 1990s and 2000s.
Sibling names for Thijs
Names that share Thijs's style, for a brother or sister.
