Male Name
Mathew
ˈmæθ.juː
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
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Characteristics
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69/100
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strong120%
Meaning & Etymology
Mathew is a masculine given name and a variant of Matthew. It is also used as a surname. The name Matthew itself originates from the Hebrew name 'Mattityahu', meaning 'gift of Yahweh' or 'gift of God'. Mathew, as a variant, carries the same meaning and is widely used in English-speaking countries.
Etymology
Original Form:
Mattityahu
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Hebrew 'Mattityahu' to the Greek 'Matthaios', then to the Latin 'Matthaeus', and finally to the English 'Matthew' and its variant 'Mathew'.
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mathew