Matt

Matt is an English given name functioning as a short form of Matthew, which derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, composed of the elements meaning gift and God, together conveying the sense of gift of God. The name has been in common independent use since at least the twentieth century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The full form Matthew was borne by one of the twelve apostles and the traditional author of the first Gospel, lending the name long-standing Christian significance. Related forms include Matthias, Matteo, Mateo, and Mathieu.