Name comparison
Joseph vs Matthew
Joseph is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.1x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joseph | Matthew |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,639,818 | 1,520,938 |
| Global rank | #8 | #10 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 4,879 | 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 | 1,639,818 | 1,520,938 |
How they differ
Joseph has approximately 1.6M living bearers compared to 1.5M for Matthew - a ratio of about 1.1x.
Joseph originates from unknown origins. Matthew originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joseph or Matthew more popular?
Joseph is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,639,818 estimated living bearers compared to 1,520,938 for Matthew. That is roughly 1.1x more bearers of Joseph.
What is the difference in origin between Joseph and Matthew?
Joseph originates from unknown sources. Matthew originates from unknown sources.
Are Joseph and Matthew used for the same gender?
Both Joseph and Matthew are predominantly used as male names.
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