Gift of God
Matisyahu is the Hebrew form of the name Matthew. It is most famously associated with the leader of the Maccabean revolt in Jewish history, symbolizing religious freedom and strength.
Less common today
Matisyahu isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,061 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American Jewish reggae singer and rapper
Jewish priest who led the revolt against the Seleucid Empire
