Matthew vs Leo

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 #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

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Matthew Rank #33

Leo Rank #24

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #33 for Matthew.

Is Matthew or Leo more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Matthew at #33 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Leo mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin).

Are Matthew and Leo boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Leo is primarily a boy name.