Mateusz
/maˈtɛ.uʂ/
Mateusz is the Polish male given name.
How do you pronounce it?
The name has three syllables and the stress is on the second syllable. The IPA pronunciation is /maˈtɛ.uʂ/.
Did you know?
- Even though they sound completely different, Mateusz and Maciej are actually the same name. They are 'doublets', meaning they both originate from the same source but entered the Polish language through different historical routes.
- People named Mateusz celebrate their 'name day' on 21 September, a tradition where they receive gifts and greetings separate from their birthday.
- The name Mateusz is a 'learned borrowing', meaning it was introduced to Poland by scholars reading Latin texts rather than evolving through oral folk tradition.
Examples in context
- Cześć, Mateusz! Jesteś gotów na mecz?Hey, Mateusz! Are you ready for the match?
- Mateusz to mój brat.Mateusz is my brother.
- Czy Mateusz jest w domu?Is Mateusz at home?
- Mój najlepszy przyjaciel to Mateusz.My best friend is Mateusz.
Example conversation
Agnieszka and Krzysztof are talking about a mutual friend.
- AgnieszkaKto dziś przyjdzie na kolację?Who is coming to dinner today?
- KrzysztofMyślę, że Mateusz będzie tutaj.I think Mateusz will be here.
- AgnieszkaCzy Mateusz wie o niespodziance?Does Mateusz know about the surprise?
- KrzysztofNie, to jest tajemnica.No, it is a secret.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Mateusz, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Mateusz, CC BY-SA 4.0.
