Name comparison
Brian vs Matthew
Matthew is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Brian | Matthew |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,026,556 | 1,520,938 |
| Global rank | #23 | #10 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 7,793 | 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 | 1,026,556 | 1,520,938 |
How they differ
Matthew has approximately 1.5M living bearers compared to 1.0M for Brian - a ratio of about 1.5x.
Brian originates from unknown origins. Matthew originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Brian or Matthew more popular?
Matthew is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,520,938 estimated living bearers compared to 1,026,556 for Brian. That is roughly 1.5x more bearers of Matthew.
What is the difference in origin between Brian and Matthew?
Brian originates from unknown sources. Matthew originates from unknown sources.
Are Brian and Matthew used for the same gender?
Both Brian and Matthew are predominantly used as male names.
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