Mateh (Proper noun)
Pronunciation: MAH-teh
Origin: Georgian (transliteration of მათე)
Gender: Male
Meaning: “Gift of God” (from Hebrew origin, equivalent to Matthew).
Mateh is a male given name used in Georgia and among the Georgian diaspora. It is the phonetic transliteration of the Georgian name მათე, which corresponds to Matthew in English. Unlike the English “Mate” (rhymes with late), Mateh is pronounced with two syllables: Ma-teh. The name means “Gift of God,” derived from Hebrew roots. It represents cultural pride and a connection to one’s heritage.
Pronunciation: MAH-teh
Origin: Georgian (transliteration of მათე)
Gender: Male
Meaning: “Gift of God” (from Hebrew origin, equivalent to Matthew).
Mateh is a male given name used in Georgia and among the Georgian diaspora. It is the phonetic transliteration of the Georgian name მათე, which corresponds to Matthew in English. Unlike the English “Mate” (rhymes with late), Mateh is pronounced with two syllables: Ma-teh. The name means “Gift of God,” derived from Hebrew roots. It represents cultural pride and a connection to one’s heritage.
“We named our son Mateh to honour his Georgian roots.”
“Mateh is pronounced Ma-teh, not like ‘mate’ in English.”
“Mateh is pronounced Ma-teh, not like ‘mate’ in English.”
by DedaEna June 14, 2025
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