Mathew
Mathew: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Mathew
- A male given name from Hebrew, of occasional usage, variant of Matthew.
How popular is Mathew?
Since 1880, 207 girls and 77,538 boys in the U.S. have been named Mathew (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4577 in 1985. Its highest rank for boys was #139 in 1984. In 2025 it ranked #975 for boys, with 235 babies given the name.
Names similar to Mathew
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Sibling name ideas for Mathew
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Mathew FAQ
What does the name Mathew mean?
A male given name from Hebrew, of occasional usage, variant of Matthew.
What is the origin of the name Mathew?
Mathew is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Mathew?
Since 1880, 207 girls and 77,538 boys in the U.S. have been named Mathew (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4577 in 1985. Its highest rank for boys was #139 in 1984. In 2025 it ranked #975 for boys, with 235 babies given the name.
Is Mathew a boy or girl name?
Mathew is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 207 girls and 77,538 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.