Mathieu (en. Mathew)
/ma.tʲo/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Common male first name used in several French-speaking countries.
Mathieu is a very popular first name in France.
Mathieu est un prénom très apprécié en France.
Form of the name 'Matthieu', who is a disciple of Jesus in the New Testament.
The choice of the name Mathieu often evokes a religious connection.
Le choix du prénom Mathieu évoque souvent un lien religieux.
A regional or cultural variant of the name based on Matthieu.
There are several spellings of the name, including Mathieu in France and Mateo in Spain.
Il existe plusieurs orthographes du prénom, dont Mathieu en France et Mateo en Espagne.
Etymology
Mathieu is derived from the Hebrew 'Matityahu', which means 'gift of God'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Mathieu and his friends
A reference to a group of close friends.
Mathieu et ses amis
He's the Mathieu of the situation
Indicates that someone is the most obvious or typical in a given context.
C'est le Mathieu de la situation
A Mathieu with a big heart
Indicates a generous and warm-hearted person.
Un Mathieu au grand cœur
Related Words
Matthieu
Classical and biblical form of the name.
Matthieu
Matthias
Variation of the name, often used in religious contexts.
Matthias
Mat
Familiar abbreviated form of Mathieu.
Mat
Slang Meanings
Humorous designation for a person with this name.
Look at that Mathieu dancing, it's hilarious!
Regarde ce Mathieu en train de danser, c'est hilarant !
Used to describe a person who is overflowing with energy.
This guy is a real Mathieu, always on the move.
Ce type est un vrai Mathieu, toujours en mouvement.