Jim vs Matthews

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jim

Boy #4,434 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who grabs the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,434
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jim Rank #4,434
Matthews Rank #4,628

Jim is more popular, ranked #4434 vs #4628 for Matthews.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jim or Matthews more popular?

Jim is more popular, ranked #4434 compared to Matthews at #4628 in the United States.

What do Jim and Matthews mean?

Jim means "supplanter, one who grabs the heel" (Hebrew origin). Matthews means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jim and Matthews boy or girl names?

Jim is primarily a boy name. Matthews is primarily a boy name.

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