Matej

Q: What is the origin of Matej?

Matej is of Slavic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Matej a boy name?

Matej is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Gift of God"

A South Slavic form of Matthew, widely used in Central and Southeastern Europe with well-established biblical etymology.

Themes:slavicbiblicaltraditionalmasculine

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Matej

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#11811Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Matej did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Matej Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Matej.

8 ideas

maty

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mate

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mie

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tejy

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matejy

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Baby Name Lists That Include Matej

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Matej mean?

Matej means "Gift of God". A South Slavic form of Matthew, widely used in Central and Southeastern Europe with well-established biblical etymology.

What is the origin of Matej?

Matej is of Slavic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Matej?

According to the latest SSA data, Matej is currently ranked #11811 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Matej a boy name?

Matej is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Matej?

Popular nicknames for Matej include maty, mate, mie, my, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Matej?

There are many names similar to Matej in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSlavic, Hebrew

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#11811

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alek Aleksander Andrey Andrik Andrej

Sisters

Ania Aleksandra Alyna Anja Anica

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