Patronymic name (from a parent's given name)

The Matei Family Name — Meaning & Origin

The surname Matei is generally derived from the given name Matthew, meaning 'gift of God.'

Origin

Matei is a common surname in regions with Slavic and Balkan influences, predominantly Romania. It is a patronymic surname, derived from the given name Matei, which is a variant of Matthew. This name has biblical roots, coming from the Hebrew name Mattityahu.

Values that often pair with this name

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