The name Matvei is a boy's name of Russian origin.

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Matvei is a masculine name of Russian origin, serving as the Russian form of Matthew, which derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God.' This name has been used in Russia and other Slavic countries for centuries, particularly within Orthodox Christian communities. While traditionally uncommon outside Eastern Europe, Matvei has gained some international recognition in recent decades as global naming patterns have diversified. In Russia, it consistently ranks among moderately popular boys' names. Matvei offers a distinctive Slavic alternative to the more common Matthew, carrying the same meaningful etymology with a distinctive cultural character and pronunciation (mat-VYEY).

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