Matthew vs Henry

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 #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Matthew Rank #33

Henry Rank #6

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #33 for Matthew.

Is Matthew or Henry more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Matthew at #33 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Henry mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Matthew and Henry boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Henry is primarily a boy name.