Mateus
Meaning of Mateus
Mateus is a male name of Portuguese origin, pronounced as mah-TAY-oos (/mɐ.ˈtɐj.uʃ/). It is a variation of the name Matheus, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Matthew, meaning "gift of God." This name carries strong cultural significance in Portuguese-speaking countries and is often associated with qualities such as kindness and generosity. Over the years, Mateus has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with its highest rank being 2441 in 2007 and its lowest rank at 9265 in 1997. Despite these fluctuations, Mateus remains a unique choice for parents seeking a name with rich cultural roots and timeless appeal.
Pronunciation
Portuguese
- Pronunced as mah-TAY-oos (/mɐ.ˈtɐj.uʃ/)
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Notable People Named Mateus
| Mateus Galiano da Costa, also known as Mateus, is a well-known Angolan professional footballer currently playing for the Portuguese club F.C. Maia Lidador. |
| Mateus Fernandes, a Portuguese architect born in Covilhã, was renowned for his Manueline style works at the Monastery of Batalha, Portugal. |
| Mateus Solano Schenker Carneiro da Cunha is a well-known Brazilian actor. |
| Mateus Asato is a Brazilian guitarist who gained popularity through Instagram and has toured with various pop stars. |
| Mateus Cole Ward is an American actor known for his roles in television series such as Hostages, Murder in the First, Weeds, and Lab Rats. |
| Mateus Carvalho dos Santos, also known as Mateus Cocão or Mateus Carvalho, is a Brazilian footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Vasco da Gama. |
| Mateus Vital, also known as Mateus da Silva Vital Assumpção, is a Brazilian professional footballer and former Brazil U23 member who currently plays as an attacking midfielder for Cruzeiro. |
| Mateus dos Anjos is a retired Brazilian soccer player. |
| Mateus Fernandes - Mateus Gonçalo Espanha Fernandes is a Portuguese professional footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Primeira Liga club Estoril, on loan from Sporting CP. |
| Mateus Vicente de Oliveira (1706–1786) was a Portuguese architect known for his work on the royal palace at Mafra, Portugal. |
| Mateus Aparecido de Oliveira Fonseca, also known as Mateus Oliveira, is a Brazilian footballer currently playing as a forward for Costa Rica Esporte Clube. |
| Mateus Pasinato is a Brazilian professional footballer known for his role as a goalkeeper for América Mineiro. |
| Mateus de Oliveira Silva is a Brazilian football midfielder currently playing for FK Humenné. |
| Mateus Facho Inocêncio - Matheus Facho Inocêncio is a Brazilian athlete known for specializing in the 110 meters hurdles. |
| Mateus Rodrigues dos Santos, also known as Mateus, is a Brazilian footballer and defender for Vitória. |
