Indian name meaning
Matthew
♂ BoyMat·thew · 2 syllables
A gift of God
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Most used by
- Christian families
- Commonly used in
- Christian families across India
- Also spelled
- Mathew
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Sensitive, cooperative and diplomatic — happiest building harmony and close bonds.
The letters of Matthew add up to 29, which reduces to 2.
About the name Matthew
Matthew is a boy's name of Hebrew origin, most commonly given in Christian families and popular in Christian families across India. It carries the meaning “A gift of God.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Matthew has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.” It is also spelled Mathew.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Matthew mean?
Matthew means “A gift of God.” It is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Is Matthew a boy or a girl name?
Matthew is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Matthew?
Matthew is of Hebrew origin and is most commonly used in Christian families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Matthew?
In the Chaldean system, Matthew has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.”
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