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Dillon 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

Dillon Rank #870
Mathew Rank #941

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dillon or Mathew more popular?

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Dillon and Mathew mean?

Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dillon and Mathew boy or girl names?

Dillon is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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