Boy
Mathew
gift of God, gift of Yahweh
About Mathew
This traditional spelling variation offers a twist on the familiar, providing both recognition and distinction. Mathew maintains all the positive associations of its more common counterpart while offering subtle differentiation. The name carries biblical significance and historical depth without feeling antiquated or overly religious. Parents choosing this spelling often appreciate the classic foundation with a personalized touch. Mathew suggests reliability, intelligence, and approachability—qualities that serve well throughout life. The name has proven its staying power across centuries, never falling completely out of favor, which speaks to its fundamental appeal. Boys named Mathew benefit from a name that's easy to pronounce across languages and cultures, facilitating social connections. The spelling invites occasional conversation, giving the bearer an easy icebreaker throughout life. Mathew works professionally without being stuffy, and casually without being too informal. It pairs harmoniously with virtually any middle or surname combination. For families wanting a name with established credentials and subtle individuality, Mathew offers the perfect solution.
Popularity of the Name Mathew
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #204 | ||||
| 1881 | #206 | ||||
| 1882 | #247 | ||||
| 1883 | #274 | ||||
| 1884 | #233 | ||||
| 1885 | #288 | ||||
| 1886 | #250 | ||||
| 1887 | #304 | ||||
| 1888 | #216 | ||||
| 1889 | #257 | ||||
| 1890 | #266 | ||||
| 1891 | #240 | ||||
| 1892 | #240 | ||||
| 1893 | #282 | ||||
| 1894 | #328 | ||||
| 1895 | #323 | ||||
| 1896 | #292 | ||||
| 1897 | #248 | ||||
| 1898 | #284 | ||||
| 1899 | #279 | ||||
| 1900 | #272 | ||||
| 1901 | #276 | ||||
| 1902 | #306 | ||||
| 1903 | #326 | ||||
| 1904 | #385 | ||||
| 1905 | #343 | ||||
| 1906 | #498 | ||||
| 1907 | #290 | ||||
| 1908 | #418 | ||||
| 1909 | #367 | ||||
| 1910 | #349 | ||||
| 1911 | #437 | ||||
| 1912 | #344 | ||||
| 1913 | #350 | ||||
| 1914 | #399 | ||||
| 1915 | #376 | ||||
| 1916 | #373 | ||||
| 1917 | #389 | ||||
| 1918 | #409 | ||||
| 1919 | #368 | ||||
| 1920 | #411 | ||||
| 1921 | #444 | ||||
| 1922 | #421 | ||||
| 1923 | #459 | ||||
| 1924 | #442 | ||||
| 1925 | #476 | ||||
| 1926 | #466 | ||||
| 1927 | #500 | ||||
| 1928 | #490 | ||||
| 1929 | #505 | ||||
| 1930 | #551 | ||||
| 1931 | #600 | ||||
| 1932 | #589 | ||||
| 1933 | #615 | ||||
| 1934 | #633 | ||||
| 1935 | #621 | ||||
| 1936 | #634 | ||||
| 1937 | #694 | ||||
| 1938 | #688 | ||||
| 1939 | #742 | ||||
| 1940 | #633 | ||||
| 1941 | #677 | ||||
| 1942 | #730 | ||||
| 1943 | #712 | ||||
| 1944 | #715 | ||||
| 1945 | #638 | ||||
| 1946 | #749 | ||||
| 1947 | #712 | ||||
| 1948 | #747 | ||||
| 1949 | #635 | ||||
| 1950 | #733 | #200 | |||
| 1951 | #632 | ||||
| 1952 | #592 | #194 | |||
| 1953 | #559 | ||||
| 1954 | #537 | ||||
| 1955 | #556 | ||||
| 1956 | #499 | #195 | |||
| 1957 | #493 | #176 | |||
| 1958 | #422 | #186 | |||
| 1959 | #417 | #201 | |||
| 1960 | #438 | #183 | |||
| 1961 | #427 | #160 | |||
| 1962 | #442 | #197 | |||
| 1963 | #394 | #152 | |||
| 1964 | #371 | #167 | #146 | ||
| 1965 | #367 | #141 | #202 | ||
| 1966 | #342 | #173 | #246 | ||
| 1967 | #301 | #147 | #240 | ||
| 1968 | #302 | #169 | #182 | ||
| 1969 | #297 | #106 | #261 | ||
| 1970 | #265 | #97 | #296 | ||
| 1971 | #245 | #75 | #249 | ||
| 1972 | #237 | #77 | #271 | ||
| 1973 | #213 | #65 | #180 | ||
| 1974 | #204 | #55 | #360 | ||
| 1975 | #198 | #56 | #365 | ||
| 1976 | #192 | #48 | #302 | ||
| 1977 | #191 | #45 | #361 | ||
| 1978 | #182 | #46 | #238 | ||
| 1979 | #192 | #53 | #264 | ||
| 1980 | #183 | #54 | #259 | ||
| 1981 | #165 | #48 | #281 | ||
| 1982 | #160 | #42 | #323 | ||
| 1983 | #146 | #50 | #250 | ||
| 1984 | #139 | #40 | #269 | ||
| 1985 | #148 | #38 | |||
| 1986 | #141 | #42 | #254 | ||
| 1987 | #140 | #49 | #210 | ||
| 1988 | #142 | #45 | #248 | ||
| 1989 | #143 | #49 | #296 | ||
| 1990 | #148 | #57 | #239 | ||
| 1991 | #161 | #60 | #370 | #88 | |
| 1992 | #174 | #66 | #245 | #89 | |
| 1993 | #187 | #80 | #215 | #97 | |
| 1994 | #187 | #65 | #255 | #106 | |
| 1995 | #192 | #90 | #297 | #100 | |
| 1996 | #204 | #85 | #322 | #107 | |
| 1997 | #215 | #148 | #89 | #177 | #109 |
| 1998 | #221 | #134 | #127 | #184 | #128 |
| 1999 | #227 | #151 | #93 | #232 | #129 |
| 2000 | #252 | #173 | #147 | #233 | #140 |
| 2001 | #259 | #181 | #140 | #204 | #146 |
| 2002 | #274 | #197 | #129 | #302 | #140 |
| 2003 | #279 | #222 | #138 | #203 | #174 |
| 2004 | #291 | #233 | #192 | #293 | #205 |
| 2005 | #301 | #261 | #157 | #297 | #229 |
| 2006 | #317 | #272 | #279 | #243 | #209 |
| 2007 | #347 | #366 | #317 | #237 | #247 |
| 2008 | #370 | #376 | #334 | #663 | #322 |
| 2009 | #380 | #422 | #292 | #329 | #314 |
| 2010 | #402 | #485 | #274 | #591 | #340 |
| 2011 | #408 | #511 | #307 | #593 | #427 |
| 2012 | #427 | #590 | #444 | #438 | |
| 2013 | #432 | #608 | #420 | #429 | |
| 2014 | #466 | #606 | #821 | #557 | |
| 2015 | #477 | #614 | #591 | #640 | |
| 2016 | #524 | #772 | #524 | #687 | |
| 2017 | #553 | #678 | #817 | ||
| 2018 | #578 | #944 | #809 | #922 | |
| 2019 | #670 | #871 | #459 | #590 | #828 |
| 2020 | #713 | #916 | |||
| 2021 | #783 | ||||
| 2022 | #878 | ||||
| 2023 | #899 | #873 | |||
| 2024 | #938 | #699 | |||
| 2025 | #975 | #920 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Mathew
Names Similar to Mathew
Nicknames for Mathew
- Matt
- Mat
- Matty
- Thew
Famous People Named Mathew
| Matthew McConaughey | American actor |
| Matthew Perry | Canadian-American actor |
| Matthew Broderick | American actor |
| Matthew Rhys | Welsh actor |
| Matthew Fox | American actor |
| Matthew Modine | American actor |
| Matthew Gray Gubler | American actor |
| Matthew Goode | English actor |
| Matthew Morrison | American actor and singer |
| Matthew Mercer | American voice actor |
| Matthew Stafford | American football quarterback |
| Matthew Hayden | Australian cricketer |
| Matthew Bourne | British choreographer |
| Matthew Pinsent | British Olympic rower |
| Matthew Slater | American football player |
| Matthew Dellavedova | Australian basketball player |
| Matthew Vaughn | English film producer |
| Matthew Weiner | American television producer |
| Matthew Lewis | English actor |
| Matthew Lillard | American actor |
Characters Named Mathew
| Matthew Crawley | Downton Abbey |
| Matthew Murdock | Marvel Comics' Daredevil |
| Matthew Cuthbert | Anne of Green Gables |
| Matthew Patel | Scott Pilgrim vs. the World |
| Matthew Casey | Chicago Fire |
| Matthew Morgan | The Day the Earth Stood Still |
| Matthew "Matt" Saracen | Friday Night Lights |
| Matthew Mullenweg | Silicon Valley - fictionalized version |
| Matthew Brock | NewsRadio |
| Matthew "Matt" Parkman | Heroes |
| Matthew "Matt" Hooper | Jaws |
| Matthew "Matt" Flannery | Eyewitness |
| Matthew "Matt" Jamison | The Leftovers |
| Matthew "Matt" Donovan | The Vampire Diaries |
| Matthew "Matt" Farrell | Live Free or Die Hard |
| Matthew "Matt" Murdock | The Defenders |
| Matthew "Matt" Stifler | American Pie Presents - Band Camp |
| Matthew "Matt" Trakker | M.A.S.K |
| Matthew "Matt" Brody | Baywatch |
| Matthew "Matt" Buchanan | One Life to Live |