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Matthew vs Jasper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matthew

Boy #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English French Italian Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#33
Total SSA Count
7,078
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Matthew Rank #33
Jasper Rank #133

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #133 for Jasper.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matthew or Jasper more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Jasper at #133 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Jasper mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Jasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are Matthew and Jasper boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Jasper is primarily a boy name.

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