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Matt

MAT

Popularity

#2810

falling

Letters

4

Syllables

1

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

23,866

Peak Year

#975 in 1959

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A short form of Matthew, derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of Yahweh (God)'.

Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Matt Damon

    Academy Award-winning American actor and screenwriter.

  • Matt LeBlanc

    American actor known for his role in 'Friends'.

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Personality Traits

LoyalReliablePracticalHonest

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