Mathers

Meaning

Son of Mather, a variant of Matthew.

Etymology

Mathers is a patronymic surname formed by adding the suffix -s to Mather. Mather itself is a variant of Matthew, which derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu meaning 'gift of God'.

About the Name Mathers

Mathers is an English surname with strong historical connections to colonial America, particularly through the prominent Mather family of Puritan ministers. It remains relatively uncommon outside of historical contexts.

Notable Bearers