Mathias is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #1418 in 1997 with 77 recorded births. This places Mathias in the top 13% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 1,087 births ranking #312. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 24,482 boys born was named Mathias. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Mathias is a polished form of Matthias and shares the meaning gift of God. It sounds classical and international without feeling overly formal.
The name comes from the same biblical root as Matthew and Matthias and has been used across Europe for centuries. Its balanced sound helps it feel both thoughtful and approachable.