About Matre
The surname Matre is of Norwegian origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "mattr," meaning "food" or "meal." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who was a good provider or had a strong appetite. Over time, the surname Matre became hereditary and passed down through generations, signifying a family's ancestral connection to this characteristic. Today, individuals with the surname Matre can be found primarily in Norway and may have variations in spelling or pronunciation depending on regional dialects.
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The surname Matre is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Matre based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Matre is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Matre in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Matre using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.