Matyáš is a Czech masculine given name, the Czech form of Matthias via Hungarian Mátyás. It ultimately derives from the Greek name Ματθίας (Matthias), itself a variant of Ματθαῖος (Matthaios), meaning "gift of Yahweh" (from the Yahweh element). In the New Testament, Matthias was the apostle chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot after his betrayal (Acts 1:15-26). Etymology and Historical Context The name entered Czech through Hungarian influence, shaped by figures such as King Matthias Corvinus of Hungary (reigned 1458–1490), known for his reforms and patronage of Renaissance culture. In Czech, the name is also related to the variant Matěj, which derives directly from Matthew. Both forms share the same Hebrew root meaning "gift of God", from the elements mattan (gift) and Yah (a shortened form of Yahweh). Notable Bearers Historical figures include Jindřich Matyáš Thurn (1567–1640), a Bohemian nobleman who played a key role in the Thirty Years' War, and Vojtěch Matyáš Jírovec (1763–1850), a prolific composer of the Classical era. Modern bearers span sports and arts: Matyáš Bělohradský (born 2001), Czech figure skater; Matyáš Hanč (born 2004), football player; and Matyáš Vágner (born 2003), also a football player. The name also appears as a surname, as with Imrich Matyáš (1896–1974), a Slovak activist. Cultural Significance In Czech Republic, Matyáš is less common than Matěj but remains a well-recognized traditional name. It belongs to a wider family of names including Matthew (English), Matevos (Armenian), and Matia (Basque). The spelling uniquely preserves the Hungarian-derived á and š, reflecting historical linguistic exchange. Meaning: Gift of Yahweh Origin: Czech form of Matthias via Hungarian Mátyás Type: Given name Usage Regions: Czech Republic, occasionally Slovak