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Diego vs Mathew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Diego

Boy #145 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#145
Total SSA Count
2,506
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Diego Rank #145
Mathew Rank #941

Diego is more popular, ranked #145 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diego or Mathew more popular?

Diego is more popular, ranked #145 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Diego and Mathew mean?

Diego means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Spanish origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Diego and Mathew boy or girl names?

Diego is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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