Origin
Hungarian (European)
Syllables
1
Zodiac
Aries
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Mate is a name often given to boys. Ranked #10210 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Hungarian (European) origin and traditionally means "Gift of God". It has 1 syllable.
The Story of Mate
Mate derives from the Hungarian form of Matthew meaning gift of God. It holds cultural weight in Central European traditions. Today it is popular in Hungary and neighboring countries for its brevity. Boys with this name are often seen as reliable, straightforward and faithful.
Popularity
Currently ranked #10210 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
You build strong foundations.
You seek truth and knowledge.
You appear responsible and caring.
You are cooperative and sensitive.
Zodiac & Astrology
Aries
It fits a bold and energetic spirit.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
The name carries grounded and protective energy.
Color Aura
Deep Red
Element
Fire
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Ruby
Spirit Animal
Wolf
Power Word
Strength
Energy Type
Fire × Spring
Personality & Traits
Reliable
He stands by his word.
Faithful
He values loyalty and belief.
Direct
He communicates with clarity.
Famous People Named Mate
Mate Csanad
Hungarian footballer
Mate Kamaras
Hungarian singer and actor
Mate Bence
Hungarian photographer
Mate in Pop Culture
Mate
Hungarian TV series Baratok Kozt
Mate
Video game character in Hungarian folklore adaptations
Historical Events
1456
Early records in Hungarian nobility.
1848
Popular during Hungarian revolution era.
International Variations
Mate in Different Scripts
Máté
Hungarian
Мате
Cyrillic
Μάτε
Greek
ماتي
Arabic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Mate:
Mate Laszlo
Mate Janos
Mate Peter
Mate Andras
Mate Gabor
Mate Viktor
Mate Balazs
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in Hungary.
Short form of Matthew.
Strong European heritage.
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MAH-teh
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.