Matthew vs Magnus

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 #751 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great"

Origin: Latin

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Matthew Rank #33

Magnus Rank #751

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #751 for Magnus.

Is Matthew or Magnus more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Magnus at #751 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Magnus mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Magnus means "great" (Latin origin).

Are Matthew and Magnus boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Magnus is primarily a boy name.