Origin and Meaning of Mates
Meaning & Origin
Gift of God
Origin: Hungarian - Derived from the name Máté, which is the Hungarian form of Matthew, originating from the Hebrew name Mattityahu.
Interesting Facts
- Mates is often used in Hungary as a masculine first name and is the equivalent of the English name Matthew.
- The name has a strong cultural resonance in Hungary, where religious significance is given due to its biblical roots.
- Notable bearers of the name include Hungarian politicians and artists, although it is not as commonly found internationally.
- While Mates is not in the top ranks of global names, it remains fairly popular within Hungary and among Hungarian communities abroad.
- Variants of Mates include Máté in Hungarian and Matthew in English.