The term “Matea” can have different meanings depending on the cultural context and language. In some contexts, “Matea” may be a variant of “Matthea,” which is a feminine form of “Matthew,” meaning “gift of God.”
However, if you are referring to “Matea” meaning “bear,” it may be related to certain cultural or linguistic interpretations. For example, in Slavic languages, “Medved” or similar variations translate to “bear,” but “Matea” itself might not directly translate to bear in any common usage.
If you could provide more details about the context in which you’ve encountered “Matea” related to “bear,” I would be happy to assist you further!