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Mathew vs Darwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mathew

Boy #941 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God, gift of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Christian American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#941
Total SSA Count
244
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mathew Rank #941
Darwin Rank #841

Darwin is more popular, ranked #841 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mathew or Darwin more popular?

Darwin is more popular, ranked #841 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Mathew and Darwin mean?

Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Darwin means "beloved companion" (Old English origin).

Are Mathew and Darwin boy or girl names?

Mathew is primarily a boy name. Darwin is primarily a boy name.

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