Matthew vs Heath

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 #852 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"heathland, open moorland"

Origin: Old English

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Matthew Rank #33

Heath Rank #852

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #852 for Heath.

Is Matthew or Heath more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Heath at #852 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Heath mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin).

Are Matthew and Heath boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Heath is primarily a boy name.