Matthew vs Jason

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 #148 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"healer, to heal"

Origin: Greek Iason

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Matthew Rank #33

Jason Rank #148

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #148 for Jason.

Is Matthew or Jason more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Jason at #148 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Jason mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin).

Are Matthew and Jason boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Jason is primarily a boy name.