Matīss

The name Matīss is the Latvian form of the name Matthew, which has Hebrew origins and means "gift of God." In the Latvian language, the name Matīss symbolizes blessing and divine gift. In turn, the name Matthew has numerous historical, religious, and cultural connections that may vary depending on the country and period of history. Matthew is a masculine name that originates from the Greek name Ματθαῖος (Matthaios), which in turn comes from the Hebrew name מַתִּתְיָהוּ (Mattityahu), meaning "gift from God" or "God's gift." In the Bible, the name Matthew is associated with one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, who became the author of the Gospel of the same name. In Christian tradition, the name Matthew is associated with a person chosen by God for a special role. Matthew became one of the first disciples of Jesus and, after the resurrection of Christ, became a preacher and apostle.