Origin
Slavic (Eastern European)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Declining
At a glance
Matej is a name often given to boys. Ranked #11811 and is easing off the charts this year. It comes from a Slavic (Eastern European) origin and traditionally means "Gift of God from ancient Hebrew roots". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Matej
Matej is the Slavic form of Matthew, rooted in Hebrew tradition yet widely used across Czech, Slovak, and Slovenian cultures. It conveys reliability and quiet strength, often chosen by families seeking a name that bridges heritage with contemporary appeal. Today it appears in sports and arts, suggesting a grounded, creative personality.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11811 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #11811. Changed -3130 positions from last year.
Numerology Profile
Seeks truth and spiritual insight.
Craves creative self-expression.
Values structure and dependability.
Leads with independence and ambition.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Grounded and loyal like the bull.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Projects calm strength and quiet wisdom.
Color Aura
Earth Brown
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Bear
Power Word
Steadfast
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Reliable
Always follows through on promises.
Thoughtful
Listens deeply before speaking.
Creative
Finds novel solutions to problems.
Famous People Named Matej
Matej Mohorič
Slovenian professional cyclist
Matej Černič
Slovak football player
Matej in Pop Culture
Matej
Slavic folk tales
Matej
European literature
Historical Events
1452
Early Slavic records of the name.
1969
Rise in modern usage post-WWII.
International Variations
Matej in Different Scripts
Матей
Cyrillic
Ματέι
Greek
מתי
Hebrew
ماتي
Arabic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Matej:
Matej James
Matej Alexander
Matej Thomas
Matej Elias
Matej Victor
Matej Samuel
Matej Lucas
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in Slovenian sports.
Means the same as Matthew.
Popular in Czech Republic.
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Quick Facts
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