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Darwin vs Mathew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mathew

Boy #941 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God, gift of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Christian American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#941
Total SSA Count
244
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Darwin Rank #841
Mathew Rank #941

Darwin is more popular, ranked #841 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darwin or Mathew more popular?

Darwin is more popular, ranked #841 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Darwin and Mathew mean?

Darwin means "beloved companion" (Old English origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Darwin and Mathew boy or girl names?

Darwin is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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