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Mathi

Girl name · Indian

Meaningthe moon · Tamil

Mathi is an Indian girl name meaning “the moon”, with Tamil roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Mathi

Mathi is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “the moon”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Mathi at school.

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Questions about the name Mathi

What does the name Mathi mean?

Mathi means “the moon” and comes from Tamil. Names built around “moon” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Luna (“moon”), Selena (“moon”), Aylin (“moon halo”) and Selene (“moon”).

What is the origin of the name Mathi?

Mathi is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Tamil. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).

Is Mathi a boy or girl name?

Mathi is a girl name.

What names are similar to Mathi?

If you like Mathi, you might also like Luna, Selena, Aylin and Selene.

What should I know before naming my baby Mathi?

Mathi is an Indian girl name meaning “the moon”, with Tamil roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.