Gift of God
Thijs is a Dutch short form of Matthijs, which is the Dutch cognate of the name Matthew. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, signifying a divine gift. In the Netherlands, it remains a popular and perennial favorite, though it is rare in the United States.
Less common today
Thijs isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,209 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Dutch musician and singer of the rock band Focus
Dutch politician and former member of the European Parliament
Dutch field hockey player
