Matan: meaning of the Hebrew name
מַתָּן
Pronounced mah-TAHN
- Boy
- Hebrew
- #146 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Matan
Matan means a gift and giving with a whole heart, expressing generosity and kindness. A short name for a boy.
Matan in Hebrew
Matan is written מתן in Hebrew (with vowel points: מַתָּן). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- מMem
- תTav
- נNun
Gematria value: 490 (Mem 40 + Tav 400 + Nun 50)
About the name
- GenderBoy
- OriginHebrew
- Meaninggift
- Pronunciationmah-TAHN
- Hebrewמתן
- Syllables2
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Matan ranked #146 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (95 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #60, in 2014 and 2016.
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 146 | 95 |
| 2023 | 139 | 112 |
| 2022 | 119 | 141 |
| 2021 | 102 | 177 |
| 2020 | 109 | 158 |
| 2019 | 98 | 192 |
| 2018 | 75 | 235 |
| 2017 | 82 | 227 |
| 2016 | 60 | 318 |
| 2015 | 61 | 304 |
| 2014 | 60 | 331 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Matan
What does the name Matan mean?
Matan means a gift and giving with a whole heart, expressing generosity and kindness. A short name for a boy.
How do you pronounce Matan?
Matan is pronounced mah-TAHN in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Matan in Hebrew?
Matan is written מתן in Hebrew (with vowel points: מַתָּן).
How popular is the name Matan in Israel?
In 2024, Matan ranked #146 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (95 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #60, in 2014 and 2016. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Matan?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling מתן adds up to 490 (Mem 40 + Tav 400 + Nun 50).
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