Jess vs Matthews

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Jess Rank #4,646
Matthews Rank #4,628

Matthews is more popular, ranked #4628 vs #4646 for Jess.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jess ___

  • Jess Alexander
  • Jess Michael
  • Jess William
  • Jess Thomas
  • Jess James
  • Jess Lee

Matthews ___

  • Matthews James
  • Matthews Cole
  • Matthews Lee
  • Matthews Allen
  • Matthews Joseph
  • Matthews Crew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jess

Sam Dale Cole Bree Drew

If you choose Matthews

Harrison Brooks Parker Hudson Emerson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jess or Matthews more popular?

Matthews is more popular, ranked #4628 compared to Jess at #4646 in the United States.

What do Jess and Matthews mean?

Jess means "God exists, God is" (Hebrew origin). Matthews means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jess and Matthews boy or girl names?

Jess is primarily a boy name. Matthews is primarily a boy name.

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