Mattea

At a Glance: Name: Mattea – Meaning: gift of God (feminine form of Matteo) – Origin: Italian (feminine form of Matteo) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: mah-TAY-uh

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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

Phonetic: mah-TAY-uh   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1975–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Mattea mean?

Gift of god (feminine form of matteo). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Mattea)

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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