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Matteo
Gift of God
Origin
Hebrew
Used in
itde
Popularity
#21 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Matteo
Matteo comes from the Hebrew Mattityah, 'gift of God', like its cousin Mattia. It is the name of Saint Matthew, apostle and evangelist, the tax collector called by Jesus to follow him. Among the most chosen boys' names in Italy in recent decades, it blends biblical roots with a modern sound; Matthew, Mateo and Mathieu make it common across the Christian world.
Variants around the world
How Matteo sounds in other languages.
MatthewMateoMathieuMateusz
Famous people
- San Matteo Evangelista— saint
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Matteo mean?
The name Matteo means Gift of God.
What is the origin of the name Matteo?
Origin of Matteo: Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Matteo?
International variants of Matteo: Matthew, Mateo, Mathieu, and Mateusz.