Matthias

Matthias is a name derived from the Greek Ματθιας, in origin similar to Matthew. See also:

Notable people named Matthias include the following:
In religion:

• Saint Matthias, chosen as an apostle in Acts 1:21–26 to replace Judas Iscariot
• Matthias of Trakai, Lithuanian clergyman, bishop of Samogitia and of Vilnius
• Matthias Flacius, Lutheran reformer
• Matthias the Prophet, see Robert Matthews (religious impostor) Claimed to be the reincarnation of the original Matthias during the Second Great Awakening

Matthías Jochumsson (11 November 1835 – 18 November 1920) was an Icelandic poet, playwright, and translator. He is best known for his lyrical poetry and for writing the national anthem of Iceland, Lofsöngur, in 1874. He was born in Skógar in Þorskafjörður into a poor family and traveled to the continent to further his education. Intending to become a business man, Matthías discovered his passion for languages and literature. He died in Akureyri, where his house, Sigurhæðir, is now a museum, devoted to his life and work.