Matthew vs Cole

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matthew

Boy #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

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Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

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Matthew Rank #33

Cole Rank #162

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #162 for Cole.

Is Matthew or Cole more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Cole at #162 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Cole mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Matthew and Cole boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.