Matthew Name Meaning
Learn more about the meaning, origin, and popularity of the name Matthew.
The name Matthew stems from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, which means "gift of Yahweh" or "gift of God." The meaning of Matthew is "gift," though there are those who say the name means "gift of God" or even "gift from God" following its Hebrew origins.
Whatever the translation, it is a name with strong biblical origins, as Matthew was one of Jesus's apostles and one of the writers of the New Testament.
Origin: Matthew is a name inspired by the Greek name Matthaios, which is itself a variation of the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning “gift of Yahweh.”
Gender: Matthew is usually a boy's name.
Pronunciation: MATH-yoo (English)
Editor's Note
Although many baby names are separated by gender, Parents believes that sex does not need to play a role in your name selection process. It’s important to select a name that you feel suits your new baby the best.
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How Popular Is the Name Matthew?
Matthew is one of those names that seems as though it will never diminish in popularity. In fact, it’s held a spot in the top 50 baby names in the United States for nearly six decades now. The name even had a streak of dominating the top 10 baby names from the 1970s through the early 2000s.
In 2022, the name Matthew came in as the 39th most popular baby boy name in the United States.
Name Variations
Here are some other variations of the name Matthew:
Mathew
Matthias
Mattew
Similar Names
Other consistently popular boy’s names include:
Christopher
Daniel
James
John
Michael
William
Other boy’s names that start with "M" include:
Maddox
Malachi
Mark
Matteo
Max
Miles
Common Nicknames for Matthew
Love the name Matthew but also want a good nickname for your baby? Here are some ideas:
Matt, Mat: A very common nickname that paints the picture of an active and masculine person
Matty: For a nickname with a little more fun, Matty is a great nickname for your young Matthew.
Mato: Another fun nickname that could be used for both kids and adults.
Suggested Sibling Names
Names that go well with Matthew include:
Emma
James
Maria
Mary
Michael
Mitch
Oliva
Robert
Famous People Named Matthew
There have been a number of famous Matthews, some of whom include:
Matt Bellamy, British singer, songwriter, and music producer
Matthew Broderick, American actor
Matt Damon, American actor and movie producer
Matt Dillon, American actor
Matt Holliday, retired American professional baseball player
Matthew Lillard, American actor
Matthew McConaughey, American actor
Matthew Perry, Canadian-American actor
Matt Groening, American cartoonist, writer, producer, and animator
More Baby Names
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