Mathews
MATH-yooz
Popularity
#10506
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
Hebrew
Total Births
452
Peak Year
#17 in 2006
First Recorded
1896
Style
Classic & Timeless, Spiritual & Biblical
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A patronymic surname meaning 'son of Matthew.' Matthew itself is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'gift of God.'
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Chris Mathews
American journalist and political commentator.
David Mathews
Former American baseball player and coach.
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