♂♀ Name Mattis – gift of God

Origin:	North German, Scandinavian, Hebrew
Meaning:	gift of Yahweh, gift of God, strength in battle
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Mattis is a North German and Scandinavian name, mainly used as a form of Matthias. It is associated with the meanings “gift of Yahweh” and “gift of God,” and in Sweden it can also be used as a short form of Matilda.

Where does the name Mattis come from?

Mattis is a North German and Scandinavian form of Matthias. Matthias derived from the Greek name Matthaĩos (Μαθθαῖος), which is derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu (מַתִּתְיָהוּ). In Sweden, Mattis is a girl’s name as well, but more often given to boys. It is considered a short form of Matilda.

What does the name Mattis mean?

The boy’s name Mattis means “gift of Yahweh” or “gift of God.” The girl’s name Mattis means “strength in battle” (from Matilda).

Word composition

• Hebrew “mattath” (מַתָּת) = gift
• Hebrew “yah” (יָה) = referring to the Hebrew God
• Old High German “maht” = strength, might
• Old High German “hiltja” = battle

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Author: Jelka Batteiger

Last updated: 3/30/2026