Mathieson

Hebrew

"gift of God"

Mathieson Origin and Meaning

The name Mathieson is a boy's name.

Mathieson is primarily a surname of Scottish origin, derived from "son of Matthew" or "son of Mathie" (a medieval diminutive of Matthew). When used as a first name, it follows the modern trend of adopting surnames as given names, similar to names like Harrison or Jackson. The root name Matthew comes from the Hebrew name Matityahu, meaning "gift of God." Mathieson remains quite rare as a first name, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive masculine name with historic roots and the fashionable "-son" ending. The name has a distinguished, scholarly sound that projects strength and intelligence. As a first name, Mathieson likely gained what little usage it has during the late 20th century when surname-style first names became more popular.