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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gift of God (feminine form of Matteo)
- Origin
- Italian (feminine form of Matteo)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- mah-TAY-uh
Mattea is the Italian feminine form of Matteo, and it carries a clear meaning: gift of God. It's pronounced mah-TAY-uh, and its Italian roots give it a well-traveled, international feel. If you want a name with a straightforward meaning and a story you can tell your daughter, Mattea offers both.
Meaning & Origin of Mattea
Meaning: Gift of God (feminine form of Matteo).
Origin: Italian (feminine form of Matteo).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Mattea
mah-TAY-uhIPA /mɑːˈteɪə/
Popularity of Mattea
Mattea had its biggest moment in 2006, when 108 girls were given the name and it ranked #1890 nationally. By 2024 it had settled into rarer territory, ranking #4968 with just 27 girls named Mattea that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Mattea mean?
Gift of God (feminine form of Matteo). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Mattea?
Mattea is pronounced mah-TAY-uh (IPA: /mɑːˈteɪə/).
Is Mattea a popular name right now?
Mattea peaked at #1890 in 2006 and is ranked #4968 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1975–2024.)
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