Matthew vs Theodore

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 #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Matthew Rank #33

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #33 for Matthew.

Is Matthew or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Matthew at #33 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Theodore mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Matthew and Theodore boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.