Mattia
Meaning of Mattia
Mattia is a charming, unisex name of Italian origin—essentially the Italian twist on Matthew—literally meaning “gift of God.” With its lilting MAHT-tee-ah pronunciation, it carries a warm, old-world melody that feels like a gentle Tuscan breeze, yet fits just as naturally on playgrounds in New York or London. Rooted in the same rich, biblical tradition as Saint Matthew, Mattia brings an air of generosity and grace, hinting at a child destined to share kindness wherever they go. Though still delightfully uncommon—only 29 little Mattias arrived in the U.S. in 2024, up from just five in 2001—the name’s steady rise signals an appetite for something both timeless and distinctively international. For parents seeking a name that’s persuasive in its heritage, playful in its sound, and brimming with cultural flair, Mattia feels like the perfect little gift—wrapped in history but ready for any adventure.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as MAHT-tee-ah (/ˈma.t̪ːja/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Mattia
| Mattia Destro is an Italian football striker who has represented Italy eight times. |
| Mattia De Sciglio is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a right-back. |
| Mattia Caldara is a former Italian professional footballer who played as a centre back. |
| Mattia Perin is an Italian footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Palermo. |
| Mattia Battistini was an Italian opera singer known as the King of Baritones. |
| Mattia Preti was an Italian Baroque artist who worked in Italy and Malta and was known as Il Cavalier Calabrese. |
| Mattia Valoti is an Italian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Vicenza. |
| Mattia Pasini is an Italian motorcycle racer known for competing in Grand Prix racing. |
| Mattia Evangelisti is an Italian former footballer and assistant manager at Serie C club Altamura. |
| Mattia Maggio is a German-Italian footballer who plays as a forward for TuS Dassendorf. |
| Mattia Sandrini is an Italian footballer who plays for Bassano in Serie D. |
| Mattia Zanotti is an Italian footballer who plays right-back for Swiss club Lugano. |
| Mattia Busato is an Italian karate champion who won European gold in individual kata and four World Championship bronze medals. |
| Mattia Corradi is an Italian professional footballer who plays for Piacenza in Serie D Group B. |
| Mattia Cattaneo is an Italian professional cyclist known for his time trial victories and winning the 2019 Giro dell'Appennino. |
