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Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Gift of God or gift of Yah

Mathias is a boy's given name of Hebrew origin. It means "gift of God" or "gift of Yah" and is of particular significance to communities of the Christian and Jewish faiths. Derivatives of Mathias include Mattias and Matthew, both of which also symbolize a divine gift. As any new parent knows, a baby boy is certainly one of life's greatest gifts, so Mathias seems like a fitting choice for a precious newborn!