Matiu

Maori form of Matthew, gift of God

GenderBoyOriginMaoriSay itmah-TEE-ooPopularityOccasionally used, rare internationally
Pronounced mah-TEE-oo

About the name Matiu

Matiu is the Maori transliteration of Matthew, meaning gift of God. It carries a gentle strength with historical and biblical roots.

Grounded, faithful, and quietly generous.

Fun fact

Matiu Island in Wellington Harbour is named using this same Maori transliteration.

Nicknames for Matiu

Mat

Variations

Matiu

Sibling name ideas

MaramaArohaKauriHine

Similar names

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Themes

FaithVintage
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