Matan is a modern Hebrew transcription of Mattan, a name derived from the Hebrew word meaning "gift." Literally translating to "giving," Matan is primarily used as a masculine given name in Israel. The root name Mattan itself appears in the Old Testament as the name of the father of Shephatiah (1 Chronicles 27:16) and, more notably, as a Baal priest mentioned in the Books of Kings.The name Matan carries significant cultural and historical weight, especially in the context of Jewish tradition. It is part of the phrase "Z'man Mattan Torah" — "the time of the giving of the Torah" — which is another name for the holiday of Shavuot, celebrating the revelation at Sinai. This connection imbues the name with religious symbolism of divine generosity and covenant.In Christian scripture, the Gospel of Matthew mentions Matthan (a variant of Mattan) as the paternal grandfather of Joseph, the husband of Mary. Additionally, King Zedekiah of Judah originally bore the name Mattanyahu, which shares the same root, meaning "gift of Yahweh." These associations reinforce the name's biblical authenticity and longstanding usage across different faiths.In modern Israel, Matan is a common given name. Notable bearers include Matan Balestra (born 1992) and Matan Baltaxa (born 1995), both Israeli footballers. Related forms include the original Biblical Hebrew Mattan and the Latin Matthan, illustrating the name's adaptability through languages and epochs.Meaning: giftOrigin/Source: Hebrew (from Mattan)Type: First name (masculine)Usage Regions: Israel, Jewish communities worldwide; historically in Hebrew Bible and Christian New Testament