"And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles."
Biblical Name · Hebrew/Greek Origin
Matthias Meaning in the Bible
Matthias
boy
Matthias means "Gift of God", a boy's name of Hebrew/Greek origin. Matthias appears in the King James Bible, and Acts 1:26 is the passage most often tied to it. Matthias reminds us that God fills every gap with His chosen gifts — no vacancy in His kingdom goes unfilled.
Is Matthias in the Bible?
Yes — Matthias appears in the King James Bible, including Acts 1:26.
Pronunciation:/mah-THY-us/
OriginHebrew/Greek
MeaningGift of God
What does Matthias mean?
Matthias is a boy name of Hebrew/Greek origin meaning "Gift of God". Matthias was chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot as the twelfth apostle. His name, meaning 'gift of God,' underscores that he was God's chosen gift to complete the apostolic circle.
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What does Matthias mean in the Bible?
Matthias means "Gift of God" and is a name of Hebrew/Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Matthias was chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot as the twelfth apostle. His name, meaning 'gift of God,' underscores that he was God's chosen gift to complete the apostolic circle. The selection process, led by prayer and the casting of lots, shows the early church's dependence on divine guidance.
Where does Matthias appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Matthias is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Acts 1:26. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Matthias?
Matthias has 6 recorded variants, short forms, and translations across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Common nicknames
Matt
Matty
Mateo
Which books of the Bible mention Matthias?
Matthias is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Matthias?
Matthias reminds us that God fills every gap with His chosen gifts — no vacancy in His kingdom goes unfilled.
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Names like Matthias
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Names that pair well with Matthias
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Joanna
girl
"God is gracious"
Matthias & Joanna
Adriah
girl
"Rich or dark"
Matthias & Adriah
Cassia
girl
"Cinnamon-like spice"
Matthias & Cassia
Cassia
girl
"Cinnamon; Fragrant spice"
Matthias & Cassia
Cassia
girl
"Cinnamon-like spice; Fragrant bark"
Matthias & Cassia
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girl
"Fragrant spice; Cinnamon-like (Keziah)"
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Matthias name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Matthias appears in the King James Bible, including Acts 1:26.
Matthias means "Gift of God." It is a Hebrew/Greek name. The King James Bible uses it in Acts 1:26, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew/Greek. Matthias comes into English from Hebrew/Greek and carries the sense "Gift of God." It appears in the King James Bible, including Acts 1:26.
Common questions about the name Matthias
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Matthias?
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