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Mateo
Gift of God (Spanish form of Matthew)
Origin
SpanishHebrew
Used in
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Name day
Celebrated on September 21
Origin and meaning of Mateo
Mateo is the Spanish form of Matthew, from the Hebrew Mattityahu, “gift of God” — the apostle and evangelist Matthew. Today it is one of the most popular boys' names across the Spanish-speaking world.
Variants around the world
How Mateo sounds in other languages.
MatteoMatthewMathieuMatías
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mateo mean?
The name Mateo means Gift of God (Spanish form of Matthew).
What is the origin of the name Mateo?
Origin of Mateo: Spanish and Hebrew.
When is Mateo's name day?
Mateo's name day is celebrated on September 21.
What are the international variants of the name Mateo?
International variants of Mateo: Matteo, Matthew, Mathieu, and Matías.