Mate
Meaning of Mate
Mate is a male name with Hungarian, Croatian, and Slovene origins. It is pronounced as MAH-teh (/mɑtɛ/). This name has a variation in the form of Matthew. In the United States of America, Mate has been given to newborns since at least 1978, and its popularity has fluctuated over the years. In recent times, it has been given to an average of 6 newborn boys per year. Mate carries a strong association with its variant Matthew, which means "gift from God" in Hebrew. This name brings with it biblical connotations and is often associated with qualities such as strength and wisdom. It can be a great choice for parents looking for a unique yet meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Hungarian,Croatian,Slovene
- Pronunced as MAH-teh (/mɑtɛ/)
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Notable People Named Mate
| Mate Rimac is a Croatian innovator, entrepreneur, and founder of Rimac Automobili and Greyp Bikes. |
| Mate Maras is a renowned Croatian translator known for translating numerous classical and contemporary works into Croatian, including the complete works of William Shakespeare. |
| Mate Parlov was a Croatian-Yugoslavian boxer, Olympic gold medalist, and European and World Champion as both an amateur and professional. |
| Mate Cocido - David Segundo Peralta, also known as Mate Cosido, was a notorious Argentine outlaw and rural bandit in north-eastern Argentina. |
| Mate Granić is a Croatian diplomat, politician, and physician who held the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs in the Government of Croatia from 1993 to 2000. |
| Mate Ujević was a Croatian poet and encyclopedist. |
| Máté Bella is an award-winning composer and university lecturer. |
