Matthiae

Matthiae is a surname of Germanic origin. It is a patronymic name derived from the given name Matthias (Matthäus), a form that appears in various German-speaking communities. The spelling Matthiae reflects a variant with the -e ending that occurs in some dialects and in Latinized or Italian-influenced forms. Variant spellings include Matthaei, Matthai, and occasionally Matteus.

Distribution and usage are strongest in Germany and Austria, with additional occurrences in northern Italy (notably the South Tyrol) and among diaspora communities in the Americas and other regions. The name is used by individuals across a range of professions, including academia, the arts, and business; it does not indicate a specific occupation or geographic origin beyond its patronymic basis.

In genealogical and historical records, Matthiae can appear in parish registers, civil registries, and immigration documents dating back to the early modern period. Like many surnames derived from given names, Matthiae reflects a lineage connection to an ancestor named Matthias and has diversified through regional spelling variations over time.

See also: Matthaei, Matthieu, and related patronymic surnames derived from Matthias.