Matheus

The given name Matheus is a variant of Matthew, possessing deep historical and religious roots originating from Hebrew.

Origin

Matheus derives from the Hebrew name מַתִּתְיָהוּ (Mattityahu). This name was subsequently Hellenized to Ματθαῖος (Matthaios) in Greek and later Latinized to Matthaeus. It is a prominent biblical name, notably borne by Saint Matthew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ and traditionally regarded as the author of the first Gospel in the New Testament of the Bible.

Meaning

The name Matheus, through its Hebrew etymon Mattityahu, signifies "gift of Yahweh" or "gift of God." Yahweh is the personal name of God in ancient Hebrew tradition.

Variations and Usage

Matheus is a widely recognized spelling variation of Matthew. It is particularly common in Portuguese-speaking regions, such as Brazil and Portugal, and is also utilized in Germany and the Netherlands. Cognates and variants of the name exist in numerous languages, including Mathias or Matthias (German, Scandinavian), Mateo (Spanish), Matteo (Italian), Mathieu (French), and Matfey (Russian).