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Name Origin

Mathias is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'gift of God.' It is a variant of Matthew.

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Famous People

Mathias Sindelar (1903-1938)

Footballer

  • Considered one of Austria's greatest footballers.
  • Led Austria to victory in the 1932 Central European International Cup.

Mathias Rust (1968-)

Pilot

  • Gained notoriety for flying a Cessna aircraft into Red Square in Moscow in 1987.

Mathias Corvinus (1443-1490)

King of Hungary and Croatia

  • Led a successful military campaign against the Ottoman Empire
  • Patronized art and learning during his reign

Mathias Schweighöfer

Actor, director, screenwriter, and producer

  • Known for roles in films like 'Inglourious Basterds' and 'Valkyrie'
  • Won numerous awards for his acting and directing work