Mattison, derived from the surname Matthews, which originated from the Middle English personal name Matthias, meaning 'gift of God'. It's an uncommon yet intriguing unisex given name that combines elements of traditional and modern styles. Mattison has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States and Australia. In literature, it was notably used as a character name in J.D. Salinger's "The Catcher in the Rye".
"Mattison peaked in popularity between 1994 to 1996 with over 12 births per year. After 2005, it saw a significant decline, averaging around 5-7 births annually up until 2019."