Mates is a unique and distinct first name of Hungarian origin, derived from the Hungarian word 'máté', which means 'gift of God'. It is a name that has gained international recognition due to its association with notable individuals like Matesz Szűcs, a prominent Hungarian composer, and Mateschitz Dietrich, the co-founder of Red Bull. The name Mates is often used interchangeably with Matthew, a classic biblical name with widespread popularity. It is pronounced as /ˈmɑːtɛs/ in English.
"In recent years, the name Mates has seen an increase from 5 births in 2016 to 6 births in 2017, resulting in a total of 11 babies named Mates during this two-year period."