Find out how popular the first name Maciej has been for the last 39 years (from 1982 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Maciej by gender

Based on the last 39 years of data, Maciej is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Maciej.

The history of the first name Maciej

Maciej is a Polish given name derived from the Latin name Matthaeus, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning "gift of Yahweh". The name traces its origins to the biblical figure Matthew the Apostle and Evangelist, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ.

The name Maciej has been in use in Poland since the Middle Ages and has a long and rich history. In the 13th century, it was recorded as Maciej in the Liber Beneficiorum, a historical record of ecclesiastical benefices in the Diocese of Cracow.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name Maciej was Maciej Słupski, a Polish Catholic priest and theologian who lived in the 15th century (c. 1400-1480). He was a professor at the University of Kraków and played a significant role in the Polish Renaissance.

Another notable figure with the name Maciej was Maciej Kazimierz Sarbiewski (1595-1640), a Polish Jesuit poet and theologian who wrote in Latin. He was considered one of the most prominent representatives of the European Baroque period and was highly praised for his poetic works.

In the 19th century, Maciej Mielżyński (1799-1870) was a Polish nobleman, landowner, and philanthropist who founded several schools and hospitals in Poland. He was also a member of the Sejm (Polish parliament) and played an active role in the November Uprising of 1830-1831 against Russian rule.

Maciej Rataj (1884-1940) was a Polish politician and statesman who served as the Speaker of the Sejm and the Marshal of the Sejm in the interwar period. He was a prominent figure in the Polish cooperative movement and fought for the independence of Poland.

Maciej Berbeka (1954-2013) was a Polish actor and theater director who had a successful career in both film and theater. He was known for his roles in popular Polish films and television series, and was also a respected director and theater educator.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Maciej. The name has a rich cultural significance in Poland and continues to be a popular choice for boys to this day.

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