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Mathieu

Name Origin

Mathieu is a French masculine given name, a variant of Matthew. It originates from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of Yahweh.'

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Famous People

Mathieu Ricard (1946-)

Buddhist monk, writer

  • Known for his work on happiness and altruism.
  • Author of several bestselling books.
  • Featured in the documentary 'Happiness'
  • Awarded the French Legion of Honour.

Mathieu Flamini (1984-)

Former professional footballer

  • Played as a midfielder for Arsenal and AC Milan.
  • Won the FA Cup with Arsenal in 2014.
  • Represented France at international level.

Mathieu Kassovitz (1967-)

Actor, director, screenwriter

  • Known for his role in the film 'La Haine' (Hate).
  • Directed and starred in the acclaimed film 'Amelie'.

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Camille

Both Mathieu and Camille are classic French names with elegant and sophisticated sounds.

Eloise

Similar to Mathieu, Eloise is a name of French origin with a timeless and charming quality.

Luc

Both names are short, strong, and share a similar masculine energy while maintaining a classic feel.