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Mattie

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Mattie is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A diminutive of Matthew or Matilda, meaning 'gift of God' (Matthew) or 'battle-mighty' (Matilda).”. It currently ranks #1057 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1920.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Mattie Means

A diminutive of Matthew or Matilda, meaning 'gift of God' (Matthew) or 'battle-mighty' (Matilda).

The Story of Mattie

This name was whispered by pioneers as they crossed vast prairies, a name for quiet strength and the promise of a new dawn.

Mattie is most often a sweet diminutive of Matthew, meaning 'gift of God' from Hebrew, but it also carries the strength of Matilda, meaning 'battle-mighty' from Germanic roots. It gained traction in the 19th century, particularly in American frontier towns, as a standalone given name, evoking a sense of resilience and gentle spirit.

When you imagine your daughter's first steps, the name Mattie feels like the warm, steady hand you'll offer her for support. It's the quiet comfort you'll feel when you write it on her first school papers, a name that sounds like kindness itself. You'll hear it called across a sunny field and know it belongs to someone who sees the good in everything.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mattie Stepanek

    American poet and peace advocate.

Personality Traits

sweetkindoptimisticsensitive

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#2,913 in 1920

Total Births

133,593

First Recorded

1880

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