Matviy

Matviy is a masculine given name used primarily in Ukraine and among Ukrainian-speaking communities. It is the Ukrainian form of Matthew, a name with ancient roots that has appeared in many European languages.

Origin and meaning: Matviy derives from the Hebrew name Matityahu, meaning "gift of Yahweh" or "gift of God." The name was transmitted into Greek and Latin as Matthaios/Matthaeus and later adapted to Ukrainian phonology as Matviy.

Usage and variants: Matviy is common in Ukraine and in the Ukrainian diaspora. Variants and transliterations include Matviy, Matvii, and in related languages forms such as Matvei or Matvey. In Christian contexts the name is associated with Saint Matthew, the Apostle and Gospel writer, which has helped sustain its usage in religious communities.

Notable people: Many Ukrainians named Matviy have appeared in public life, including figures in sport, academia, and the arts; the name remains widely used and culturally recognizable in Ukraine.

See also: Matthew (name).