The baby name Matayah is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced mah-TAY-ah (mə-TAY-ə).
Matayah is Hebrew in Origin.
The baby name Matayah is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced mah-TAY-ah (mə-TAY-ə).
Matayah is Hebrew in Origin.
Matayah is a modern given name largely used in English-speaking contexts. It is commonly interpreted as a stylized variant of Mataya (and similar forms), themselves linked to Hebrew Matanya (Matanyahu) and Matityahu, source of Matthew, all meaning “gift of Yah(weh).” The final -yah echoes the Hebrew theophoric element for the divine name, reinforcing the “gift of God” reading. Some parents also view Matayah as a blended form drawing on Maya or Taya, giving it a soft, melodic sound beyond its biblical resonance.
Usage is recent, with little evidence before the late 20th century; it fits the contemporary -ayah/-iyah naming pattern. Variant spellings include Mataya, Mataiya, Mataiyah, and Mattaya; related forms are Matanya, Mattaniah, Mattea/Matea, and Matthias. Nicknames span Taya, Maya, Mati, and Aya. Overall, Matayah carries both modern flair and an enduring spiritual meaning.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | Girls | 2017 | #292 | 5 | 3,011 |
| United States | Girls | 2018 | #918 | 8 | 9,057 |
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