Matthew vs Josiah

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 #53 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord heals"

Origin: Hebrew

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Matthew Rank #33

Josiah Rank #53

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #53 for Josiah.

Is Matthew or Josiah more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Josiah at #53 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Josiah mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Josiah means "the Lord heals" (Hebrew origin).

Are Matthew and Josiah boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Josiah is primarily a boy name.