What does Mather mean?

Mather as a boys' name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Mather is "powerful army". Surname of a dynasty of 17th and 18th century Massachusetts theologians, Richard, Increase, and Cotton Mather.

STARTS/ENDS WITH Mat-, -er

ASSOCIATED WITH old english, powerful, army (warrior), surname, 17th century, 18th century, theologians (philosopher)

Variations

VARIANTS Maither, Matther

How popular is Mather?

Mather is an uncommon given name for males but a very popular surname for both adults and children (#4884 out of 150436, Top 3%). (2000 U.S. CENSUS)

Similar Names

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