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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gift of God
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- MATH-yoo
Matthew is a Hebrew name meaning "gift of God," pronounced MATH-yoo. It's a classic choice that has stayed in steady use across generations of American baby names, tracked in U.S. data going back to 1880.
Meaning & Origin of Matthew
Meaning: Gift of God.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Matthew
MATH-yooIPA /ˈmæθjuː/
Popularity of Matthew
Matthew hit its high point in 1995, ranking #2 nationally with 32,879 babies given the name that year. It's held on since then, coming in at #33 in 2024 with 7,078 babies named Matthew.
Names Like Matthew
These names share Matthew’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Matthew mean?
Gift of God. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Matthew?
Matthew is pronounced MATH-yoo (IPA: /ˈmæθjuː/).
Is Matthew a popular name right now?
Matthew peaked at #2 in 1995 and is ranked #33 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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