Matej
“gift of God”
Slovakia origin · Boy name
#11857US 2024
6Births / yr
↓Falling
124All-time births
📅 Since 200200
How to pronounce Matej
ma-tay(slovene)
/ma-tay(slovene)/ · · 2 syllables
“gift of God”
Slovakia origin · Boy name
What does Matej mean and where does it come from?
Matej is a Slavic name derived from the Hebrew name מַתִּתְיָהוּ (Mattityahu), which means 'gift of God'. It is commonly found in Slovakia and the Czech Republic, where it is a diminutive form of Matúš (Matthew). The name has seen consistent usage over the years and is celebrated especially on the f
Cultural significance
Matej has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Slovakia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift of god.
Peak popularity
Reached #6610 in 2005 — currently #11857 in the US.
How popular is Matej right now?
Falling — down 3176 spots — currently #11857 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Matej
Matej is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 118 total births recorded, Matej remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6610 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8681 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Matej in 2005:
Matej has only 118 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Matej?
CROATIAN
MateMatkoMato
DANISH
Mads
DUTCH
ThijsTies
ENGLISH
MatMattMattieMatty
How is Matej written in other languages?
Matia
BASQUE
Matthaios
BIBLICAL GREEK
Mattithyahu
BIBLICAL HEBREW
Mattheus
BIBLICAL LATIN
Matthew
BIBLICAL
Matey
BULGARIAN
Матеј
Macedonian
What are the girl versions of Matej?
Common questions about the name Matej
What does the name Matej mean?
Matej means "gift of God" — a name rooted in Slovakia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Matej?
Matej is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Matej have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Matej?
Matej originates from Slovakia tradition. Slovakia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Matej trending right now?
Matej is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Matej a common or rare name?
Matej is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.