Macon vs Matthews

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Macon

Boy #4,671 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"place name: fortified settlement"

Origin: Gaulish-Latin Matisco

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Boy #4,628 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Macon Rank #4,671

Matthews Rank #4,628

Matthews is more popular, ranked #4628 vs #4671 for Macon.

Is Macon or Matthews more popular?

Matthews is more popular, ranked #4628 compared to Macon at #4671 in the United States.

What do Macon and Matthews mean?

Macon means "place name: fortified settlement" (Gaulish-Latin Matisco origin). Matthews means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Macon and Matthews boy or girl names?

Macon is primarily a boy name. Matthews is primarily a boy name.