Matthias is of Greek origin, meaning 'gift of God.' It is derived from the Greek word 'mathetes,' which signifies 'follower' or 'disciple.' This name has been popular throughout history, notably among early Christian martyrs and saints. In its Latin form, Matthias is one of the twenty-four names inscribed on the foundation stone of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. It has also appeared in various works of literature, such as 'The Brothers Karamazov' by Fyodor Dostoevsky.
The name Matthais has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak in recent times. From 1989 to 2014, there were only five years with more than five births, but since then, there have been six such years, including two years (2017 and 2018) with seven births each and one year (2019) with ten births. Overall, Matthais has been given to a total of 63 newborns between 1989 and 2019.