James vs Matthew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

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James Rank #5

Matthew Rank #33

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #33 for Matthew.

Is James or Matthew more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Matthew at #33 in the United States.

What do James and Matthew mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin).

Are James and Matthew boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Matthew is primarily a boy name.