How Many People Are Named Matthew?
Complete statistics for the name Matthew: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Matthew comes from Hebrew and means gift of God. 1 in 216 Americans are named Matthew. Its peak was in 1983 with 50,525 births.
π Meaning & Origin
The life path number 9 associated with Matthew traditionally represents completion, altruism, and spiritual enlightenment.
π Worldwide Usage
β₯ Gender Distribution
π Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 38All 1,652,452 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
π Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1983Annual US births from SSA records Β· Trend: Declining
π Name Scorecard
Scores 0β100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
π Matthew Through the Generations
Matthew has been a consistently popular name in the United States for decades, ranking in the top 10 for 30 years. The name's popularity peaked in 1983 when 50,525 babies were named Matthew. Over time, its usage has declined slightly, but it remains a common choice for parents seeking a classic yet modern name. The age distribution shows a balanced spread, with 29% under 30, 64% aged 30-60, and 7% over 60, reflecting its enduring appeal across generations.
π State Distribution (Top 10)
β Famous People Named Matthew
Matthew is an English language masculine given name. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name "ΧΦ·ΧͺΦ΄ΦΌΧͺΦ°ΧΦΈΧΧΦΌ" (Matityahu).β¦
Full list on Wikipedia βπΏ Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Matthew's Hebrew roots
π About the Name Matthew
How Many People Have the Name Matthew?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6,274 people in the United States currently share the name Matthew. That works out to roughly 1 in every 52,829 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Matthew a Common or Rare Name?
Matthew is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Matthew Mean?
Matthew means "Gift of God" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Matthew in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Matthew Most Popular?
The name Matthew reached peak popularity in 1983, with 50,525 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
β Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Matthew?
Approximately 6,274 people named Matthew live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 6,274. That works out to roughly 1 in 52,829 Americans.
Is Matthew a rare name?
Matthew is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 52,829 Americans has this name.
What does the name Matthew mean?
Matthew means "Gift of God" and comes from Hebrew origins.
Is Matthew more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Matthew are male and 0% are female.
When was Matthew most popular?
Matthew peaked in 1983 with 50,525 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.