Name comparison
Andrew vs Matthew
Matthew is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Andrew | Matthew |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,118,379 | 1,520,938 |
| Global rank | #18 | #10 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 7,153 | 1 in 5,260 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,118,379 | 1,520,938 |
How they differ
Matthew has approximately 1.5M living bearers compared to 1.1M for Andrew - a ratio of about 1.4x.
Andrew originates from unknown origins. Matthew originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Andrew or Matthew more popular?
Matthew is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,520,938 estimated living bearers compared to 1,118,379 for Andrew. That is roughly 1.4x more bearers of Matthew.
What is the difference in origin between Andrew and Matthew?
Andrew originates from unknown sources. Matthew originates from unknown sources.
Are Andrew and Matthew used for the same gender?
Both Andrew and Matthew are predominantly used as male names.
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