Mathew vs Kenan

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

Popularity Comparison

Mathew Rank #941
Kenan Rank #1,134

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 vs #1134 for Kenan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mathew or Kenan more popular?

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 compared to Kenan at #1134 in the United States.

What do Mathew and Kenan mean?

Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Kenan means "possession, acquisition" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mathew and Kenan boy or girl names?

Mathew is primarily a boy name. Kenan is primarily a boy name.

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