Name comparison
John vs Matthew
John is the more common of the two, with roughly 5.2x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | John | Matthew |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 7,900,000 | 1,520,938 |
| Global rank | #4 | #10 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,013 | 1 in 5,260 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,626,987 | 1,520,938 |
How they differ
John has approximately 7.9M living bearers compared to 1.5M for Matthew - a ratio of about 5.2x.
John originates from Hebrew (Yochanan - 'graced by God'). Matthew originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is John or Matthew more popular?
John is more popular worldwide, with approximately 7,900,000 estimated living bearers compared to 1,520,938 for Matthew. That is roughly 5.2x more bearers of John.
What is the difference in origin between John and Matthew?
John originates from Hebrew. Matthew originates from unknown sources.
Are John and Matthew used for the same gender?
Both John and Matthew are predominantly used as male names.
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