Mads

A name that originated from Scandivania, the meaning of Mads is ‘gift of God’. Used as a name for both men and women, Mads is derived from the biblical names Matthew and Mathias, which mean ‘master’s gift’. In the Hebrew language, Mads comes from the name ‘Matthew’, which means ‘God’s presence’. The name is seen in the Bible, as Matthew - also known as Saint Matthew - was one of Christ's Twelve Disciples. He was also the author of the first gospel to feature in the New Testament, called 'The Gospel of Matthew'. ‘Gift of Yahweh’ is another meaning for this name. With different spellings, this name has become very popular all over the world, especially in the '60s. One of the best-known personalities with the name is Mads Mikkelsen. He is a Danish actor and is known for his performances in 'Hannibal', 'Casino Royale', 'Doctor Strange' and 'Rogue One'.

Gender

Boy

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Meaning

gift of God

Origin

Danish variation of Matthew

Numerology

M is for mild, your mild and gentle way.

A is for agreeable, the best side of you!

D is for dependable, on you I can rely.

S is for sincere, a model of truth.

Lucky

Mads lucky number is 1.

1 symbolizes a pioneering spirit, independent nature, and innate leadership capabilities. On a bad day, 1 can be a bit bossy or boastful, hiding any insecurities behind over-developed self-importance. 1 must remember that although it is first, it can very quickly become the loneliest number. Even the most autonomous 1s need the support of their friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Mads

• Ryan Ava Erhard Rosenberg (b. 2015) daughter of American actress Haylie Duff and Matt Rosenberg; sister of Lulu Gray
• Mads Dittmann Mikkelsen Danish actor
• Mads Langer Danish singer