Matthew vs Mark

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 #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

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Matthew Rank #33

Mark Rank #246

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #246 for Mark.

Is Matthew or Mark more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Mark mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Matthew and Mark boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.