How to Choose the Name "Matthew" For Your Baby

Traditional or modern, common or unique—what name will you give your baby?

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The name "Matthew" has remained on the top 10 list of baby names for several decades now, following the renewed interest in names that sound more old fashioned or Biblical in nature. Indeed, "Matthew" has stood the test of time for centuries as a popular male name in many different countries. The variations in spelling and style mean that you'll be able to find the perfect style to fit your new little boy. Read on to learn more.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Step1

"Matthew" is pronounced /MATH-yew/ and is of Hebrew origin. Matthew was one of the apostles of Jesus Christ, and the Gospel of Matthew in the New Testament gives details of His life.

Step2

The name "Matthew" means "Gift of Jehovah."

Step3

Notable "Matthew" name bearers throughout history are Matthew Parker (Archbishop of Canterbury in 1559), Matthew Henson (explorer), Matthew Perry (U.S. Navy commodore who opened Japan to the West) and Matthew Gregory Lewis (English novelist). In recent years, several successful actors with the name "Matthew" have brought the name into the spotlight, such as Matthew Broderick, Matt Damon, Matthew McConaughey and Matthew Perry.

Step4

There are dozens of variations of "Matthew" in the world, but some of the more common are "Mateo" (Spanish), "Mathias" (German), "Maitias" (Gaelic), and "Matthieu" (French). Nicknames for "Matthew" are "Matt" or "Mat."

Tips & Warnings

Make sure that your baby's first, middle and last names flow together smoothly when spoken aloud. Your baby will bear this name for a long time, so give them the gift of a name they can be proud of.
Avoid giving your baby a name that results in embarrassing initials, such as PIG or MUD.