Wren vs Mathew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wren

Boy #1,027 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small songbird"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,027
Total SSA Count
217
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Mathew

Boy #941 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God, gift of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Christian American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#941
Total SSA Count
244
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Wren Rank #1,027
Mathew Rank #941

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 vs #1027 for Wren.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wren or Mathew more popular?

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 compared to Wren at #1027 in the United States.

What do Wren and Mathew mean?

Wren means "small songbird" (Old English origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Wren and Mathew boy or girl names?

Wren is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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