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Harlem 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

Harlem Rank #1,015
Mathew Rank #941

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 vs #1015 for Harlem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harlem or Mathew more popular?

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 compared to Harlem at #1015 in the United States.

What do Harlem and Mathew mean?

Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harlem and Mathew boy or girl names?

Harlem is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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