Gift of God
Matheu is a rare variant of the name Matthew, which originates from the Hebrew name Mattityahu. It signifies the belief that a child is a divine blessing. While the spelling is uncommon in the United States, it shares the deep historical and religious roots of its more traditional counterparts.
Less common today
Matheu isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,443 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Singer and songwriter in the band Nelson
