Origin and Meaning of Matt

Gift of God

Origin: Hebrew - Matt is derived from the Hebrew name Matityahu, which means 'gift of God'. It is commonly considered a diminutive of the name Matthew.

• Matt is often used as a standalone name, but it is also popularly a nickname for Matthew, which is a much more traditional name.
• In various cultures, Matt may appear as a shortened form of names like Matteo (Italian) or Matthias (Greek).
• Notable bearers of the name include Matt Damon, a well-known American actor, and Matt LeBlanc, famous for his role in the TV show Friends.
• The name Matt has been consistently popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States from the 1970s to the 1990s.
• Variations of Matt include Mateo (Spanish), Matias (Spanish and Portuguese), and Mathis (French).