Matthew vs Eli

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 #92 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ascended, high"

Origin: Hebrew

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Matthew Rank #33

Eli Rank #92

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #92 for Eli.

Is Matthew or Eli more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Eli at #92 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Eli mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Eli means "ascended, high" (Hebrew origin).

Are Matthew and Eli boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Eli is primarily a boy name.