The name Mat is a boy's name meaning "gift of God".

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This short form of the biblical Matthew relates most directly to the shorter, rarer spelling Mathew. (About 7000 baby boys were named Matthew in the US, versus about 250 called Mathew.) Nearly 50 baby boys were named just Matt, though none were given this spelling as a standalone.

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Mat as a feminine name is an unconventional choice, as it's more commonly encountered as a short form of Matthew for boys or as an alternative spelling of the male name Matt. When used for girls, it may be a diminutive of Matilda, Martha, or other feminine names beginning with 'Mat-'. In some cultures, particularly in Southeast Asian countries like Thailand, Mat can have independent origins as a feminine name with local meanings. The brevity of Mat gives it a modern, minimalist quality that aligns with the trend toward shorter names. As a feminine name in Western contexts, Mat remains quite rare, making it an unusually distinctive choice. Its simplicity and gender-ambiguity might appeal to parents seeking a name that defies traditional gender categorization.

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