Matthew as a Male Name
Matthew is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Matthew for a boy get a name with a clear Hebrew heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Matthew means “gift of God” and is of Hebrew origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Matt, Mathew, Matteo, Mateo, Matthias.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Matthew across all genders, see the complete Matthew name meaning.
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Is Matthew a boy's name?+
Matthew is most commonly a boy's name. It means “gift of God” and is of Hebrew origin.
What does Matthew mean?+
Matthew means “gift of God” and originates from Hebrew.