Name comparison
Eric vs Matthew
Matthew is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.9x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Eric | Matthew |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 791,254 | 1,520,938 |
| Global rank | #37 | #10 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,111 | 1 in 5,260 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 791,254 | 1,520,938 |
How they differ
Matthew has approximately 1.5M living bearers compared to 791k for Eric - a ratio of about 1.9x.
Eric originates from unknown origins. Matthew originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Eric or Matthew more popular?
Matthew is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,520,938 estimated living bearers compared to 791,254 for Eric. That is roughly 1.9x more bearers of Matthew.
What is the difference in origin between Eric and Matthew?
Eric originates from unknown sources. Matthew originates from unknown sources.
Are Eric and Matthew used for the same gender?
Both Eric and Matthew are predominantly used as male names.
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