Name comparison
Joshua vs Matthew
Matthew is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.3x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joshua | Matthew |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,186,043 | 1,520,938 |
| Global rank | #16 | #10 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 6,745 | 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 | 1,186,043 | 1,520,938 |
How they differ
Matthew has approximately 1.5M living bearers compared to 1.2M for Joshua - a ratio of about 1.3x.
Joshua originates from unknown origins. Matthew originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joshua or Matthew more popular?
Matthew is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,520,938 estimated living bearers compared to 1,186,043 for Joshua. That is roughly 1.3x more bearers of Matthew.
What is the difference in origin between Joshua and Matthew?
Joshua originates from unknown sources. Matthew originates from unknown sources.
Are Joshua and Matthew used for the same gender?
Both Joshua and Matthew are predominantly used as male names.
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