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Mats
OriginScandinavian diminutive of Matthias, Aramaic
Meaning"gift of God"
US RankUnranked
Below 5 births
About Mats
If you're looking for a Euro-chic alternative to Max, Mats is a strong possibility. It's a fading classic in Norway, but is popular in the Netherlands and Belgium, where short names are the height of style.
Pronounced MAHTS.
As of October 2026, Mats ranked #13435 in US births in 2018 SSA, peaked at #6444 in 1986.
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- Mats Hummels
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- Mats Sundin
Swedish hockey player
- Mats Wilander
Former swedish tennis star
- Mats Zuccarello
Norwegian Hockey player. Currently with New York Rangers.
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