Henry vs Matthew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

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Henry Rank #6

Matthew Rank #33

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #33 for Matthew.

Is Henry or Matthew more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Matthew at #33 in the United States.

What do Henry and Matthew mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin).

Are Henry and Matthew boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Matthew is primarily a boy name.