Name Matthew Origin, meaning, pronunciation & popularity of the name Matthew

1462

Matthew is a ♂ boy’s name.

What is the origin of the name Matthew?

Matthew derived from the Greek name Matthaĩos (Μαθθαῖος), which derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu (מַתִּתְיָהוּ).

What does the name Matthew mean?

Matthew means “gift of Yahweh” or “gift of God” (from Hebrew “mattath/מַתָּת” = gift + “yah/יָה” = referring to the Hebrew God).

Pronunciation of Matthew

Variants of the name Matthew

Mathew Mattew

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Popularity of the name Matthew

The name Matthew is ranked #1462 overall.

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