Matthews
Meaning of Matthews
Matthews is a male name with English origin. It is pronounced as MATH-yooz (/ˈmæθ.juz/). The name has variations such as Matthew and Matt. In the United States, Matthews has been a moderately popular name for newborn boys over the years. It reached its peak in popularity in 1988 when it ranked at 41st place. However, it has remained consistently ranked within the top 10,000 names since then. The name Matthews carries a strong biblical association, being derived from the Hebrew name "Matityahu," meaning "gift of Yahweh." As such, it has a rich history and timeless appeal for parents seeking a traditional and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as MATH-yooz (/ˈmæθ.juz/)
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Notable People Named Matthews
| Matthews Batswadi - Maths Batswadi, a South African athlete, was the first black athlete to be awarded Springbok Colours, the name then given to South African national sporting colours, after the implementation of the policy of apartheid by the National Party in 1948. |
