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Matt vs Davy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matt

Boy #2,802 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gift of God, gift of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,802
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Matt Rank #2,802
Davy Rank #2,844

Matt is more popular, ranked #2802 vs #2844 for Davy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matt or Davy more popular?

Matt is more popular, ranked #2802 compared to Davy at #2844 in the United States.

What do Matt and Davy mean?

Matt means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Davy means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew origin).

Are Matt and Davy boy or girl names?

Matt is primarily a boy name. Davy is primarily a boy name.

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