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Harry vs Mathew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Harry Rank #780
Mathew Rank #941

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Mathew more popular?

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Harry and Mathew mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harry and Mathew boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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