Baby Name Guide
Matthew
Origin: Hebrew · Pronunciation: MATH-yoo
What Does Matthew Mean?
Gift of God
Hebrew Origin
Matthew is a name with deep biblical roots and a powerful meaning. In the New Testament, Matthew was one of the twelve apostles—the tax collector turned disciple who wrote the Gospel of Matthew. His name comes from Hebrew Mattathiah meaning gift of God. Matthew has been one of the most popular names in the English-speaking world for over a century. Matthew parents often describe their sons as having a warm, grounded nature—a reliability that makes others feel safe. They tend to be the kind of children who are thoughtful and careful, who think before they act, who have a good sense of what's important.
Personality
Matthews are known for their warmth, creativity, and determination.
Nicknames
Popularity
Top 20 boy name in the United States
Middle Names for Matthew
Classic and modern combinations that pair beautifully with Matthew:
Famous Boys Named Matthew
- ✨Matthew — apostle of Jesus and author of the Gospel of Matthew
- ✨Matthew McConaughey — Academy Award-winning actor
- ✨Matthew Perry — actor known for Friends
- ✨Matthew — various fictional and historical figures
- ✨Matthew — various saints and notable figures
Sibling Names
Names that pair beautifully with Matthew:
Emma
Sophia
Olivia
Ava
Isabella
Charlotte
Mia
Harper
FAQ
❓ What does Matthew mean?
Matthew comes from Hebrew Mattathiah meaning gift of God. It is the name of one of the twelve apostles.
❓ Who was Matthew in the Bible?
Matthew was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and the author of the Gospel of Matthew. He was a tax collector before becoming a disciple.
❓ What famous Matthews are there?
Notable Matthews include Matthew (the apostle), Matthew McConaughey, and Matthew Perry.
❓ What personality is associated with Matthew?
Matthews tend to be warm, grounded, thoughtful, reliable, responsible, caring, and practical.
❓ Is Matthew a popular name?
Matthew has been one of the top 20 most popular boy names for over a century.