Matthew Boy
Origin(s)
Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Gift of God; English: Derived from the Hebrew name
Historical & Cultural Background
Matthew is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Matityahu, meaning 'gift of God.' It has been widely used in Christian contexts due to its association with Saint Matthew, one of the twelve apostles and the author of the Gospel of Matthew. The name has been popular in various cultures and languages, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its usage has persisted through centuries, making it a classic choice for boys.
Trend Summary
Matthew has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Michael, Nathan, Mason, Matthias, Maxwell, Malcolm, Milo, Marcus
Variants
- Mat
- Matty
International Variants
- Matteo (Italian)
- Matías (Spanish)
- Matthias (German)
- Máté (Hungarian)
Famous people named Matthew
Matthew McConaughey is an American actor known for his roles in films such as 'Dallas Buyers Club' and 'Interstellar.'.
Matthew Perry was an American actor best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the television series 'Friends.'.
Matthew Broderick is an American actor recognized for his performances in 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' and 'The Producers.'.
Matthew Henson was an American explorer who is credited as one of the first people to reach the North Pole.
Fictional characters named Matthew
Matthew Cuthbert is a character in the novel 'Anne of Green Gables' by L.M. Montgomery, known for his gentle nature.
Matthew Murdock, also known as Daredevil, is a superhero in Marvel Comics who fights crime while being blind.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Matthew was first seen in the United States in 1880. Matthew has ranked as high as #4 nationally which occurred in 1983 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Matthew has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Matthew (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 1,030 | |
TX | 912 | |
FL | 646 | |
NY | 506 | |
PA | 239 | |
IL | 225 | |
NC | 197 | |
GA | 190 | |
OH | 184 | |
VA | 181 | |
MA | 148 | |
TN | 147 | |
MI | 134 | |
WA | 129 | |
IN | 128 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 113 |
1881 | 80 |
1882 | 109 |
1883 | 86 |
1884 | 117 |
1885 | 111 |
1886 | 112 |
1887 | 108 |
1888 | 114 |
1889 | 118 |
1890 | 86 |
1891 | 113 |
1892 | 132 |
1893 | 108 |
1894 | 124 |
1895 | 112 |
1896 | 123 |
1897 | 100 |
1898 | 133 |
1899 | 101 |
1900 | 130 |
1901 | 89 |
1902 | 104 |
1903 | 102 |
1904 | 97 |
1905 | 107 |
1906 | 136 |
1907 | 124 |
1908 | 152 |
1909 | 147 |
1910 | 197 |
1911 | 220 |
1912 | 380 |
1913 | 491 |
1914 | 613 |
1915 | 798 |
1916 | 825 |
1917 | 862 |
1918 | 963 |
1919 | 879 |
1920 | 967 |
1921 | 914 |
1922 | 982 |
1923 | 935 |
1924 | 850 |
1925 | 840 |
1926 | 777 |
1927 | 790 |
1928 | 784 |
1929 | 727 |
1930 | 657 |
1931 | 608 |
1932 | 702 |
1933 | 581 |
1934 | 610 |
1935 | 654 |
1936 | 608 |
1937 | 605 |
1938 | 608 |
1939 | 622 |
1940 | 664 |
1941 | 727 |
1942 | 842 |
1943 | 822 |
1944 | 765 |
1945 | 730 |
1946 | 892 |
1947 | 1,045 |
1948 | 1,054 |
1949 | 1,219 |
1950 | 1,299 |
1951 | 1,605 |
1952 | 2,032 |
1953 | 2,374 |
1954 | 2,688 |
1955 | 3,279 |
1956 | 4,365 |
1957 | 5,236 |
1958 | 6,378 |
1959 | 6,544 |
1960 | 6,924 |
1961 | 7,078 |
1962 | 7,282 |
1963 | 8,034 |
1964 | 8,983 |
1965 | 9,984 |
1966 | 10,805 |
1967 | 13,568 |
1968 | 15,824 |
1969 | 17,461 |
1970 | 20,188 |
1971 | 22,542 |
1972 | 22,931 |
1973 | 24,535 |
1974 | 27,197 |
1975 | 28,530 |
1976 | 29,952 |
1977 | 31,967 |
1978 | 34,285 |
1979 | 35,625 |
1980 | 37,839 |
1981 | 43,328 |
1982 | 46,050 |
1983 | 50,208 |
1984 | 49,769 |
1985 | 47,079 |
1986 | 46,924 |
1987 | 46,507 |
1988 | 45,875 |
1989 | 45,374 |
1990 | 44,822 |
1991 | 41,647 |
1992 | 37,733 |
1993 | 35,780 |
1994 | 33,654 |
1995 | 32,879 |
1996 | 32,077 |
1997 | 31,518 |
1998 | 31,145 |
1999 | 30,418 |
2000 | 28,580 |
2001 | 26,812 |
2002 | 25,154 |
2003 | 24,010 |
2004 | 22,882 |
2005 | 21,481 |
2006 | 20,339 |
2007 | 18,753 |
2008 | 17,602 |
2009 | 16,007 |
2010 | 14,145 |
2011 | 14,179 |
2012 | 13,991 |
2013 | 13,360 |
2014 | 12,940 |
2015 | 12,783 |
2016 | 12,665 |
2017 | 11,730 |
2018 | 10,004 |
2019 | 9,270 |
2020 | 8,137 |
2021 | 7,479 |
2022 | 7,070 |
2023 | 7,221 |
2024 | 7,078 |