US Popularity:1838
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Irish
Meaning:Gift of God
Mathew is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin and a variation of the more well-known spelling, Matthew. Meaning “gift of God,” this handsome baby name has remained popular over centuries because of its connections to Matthew the Apostle in the Christian New Testament and its softened but regal sound. If you have strong Celtic roots, you might love to know that the Irish form of Mathew is Maitiú, expanding the possibilities for this ancient name. Whatever your reasons are for considering Mathew, have no doubts that this tender name will be the perfect title for baby.

Mathew Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Mathew is currently #2274 on The Bump
Boy:Mathew is currently #694 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Mathew is currently #1838 in U.S. births
Boy:Mathew is currently #629 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#1838
in 2022
- 211
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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