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Matthews

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Meaning

"Gift of God"

An English patronymic surname used as a given name, ultimately from Matthew meaning gift of God.

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Popularity History of Matthews

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#4637Ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#4637

Matthews was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+955

better than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Matthews Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Matthews.

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Matie
Nickname
Matt
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Baby Name Lists That Include Matthews

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Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, English
Syllables2
Length8 letters

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