Joseph Mathew

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joseph Mathew — God will add
2.1 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joseph Mathew is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Joseph is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From Hebrew Yosef (יוֹסֵף), meaning "God will add." Central figure in both the Old Testament and in Christian tradition as the husband of Mary. The surname Mathew: Mathew is a masculine given name and a variant of Matthew. It is also used as a surname. Mathew Baynton (born 1980), English actor and comedian Mat Erpelding (born 1975), American politician Mathew Horne (born 1978), English actor and comedian Mat Kearney (born 1978), American singer-songwriter Mat Latos (born 1987), American Major League Baseball pitcher Mat Mendenhall (born 1957), American former National Football League player Mathew Knowles (born 1952), record executive, band manager and father of Beyoncé and Solange Mat Osman (born 1967), English musician, bassist of the rock band Suede M. Joseph is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 2.1 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Joseph reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Joseph

Meaning: God will add

Hebrew

From Hebrew Yosef (יוֹסֵף), meaning "God will add." Central figure in both the Old Testament and in Christian tradition as the husband of Mary.

Surname: Mathew

Vietnamese

Mathew is a masculine given name and a variant of Matthew. It is also used as a surname. Mathew Baynton (born 1980), English actor and comedian Mat Erpelding (born 1975), American politician Mathew Horne (born 1978), English actor and comedian Mat Kearney (born 1978), American singer-songwriter Mat Latos (born 1987), American Major League Baseball pitcher Mat Mendenhall (born 1957), American former National Football League player Mathew Knowles (born 1952), record executive, band manager and father of Beyoncé and Solange Mat Osman (born 1967), English musician, bassist of the rock band Suede M.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Joseph is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Joseph by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Joseph has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Joe
  • Joey
  • Giuseppe
  • José
  • Josef
  • Yusuf

Notable People Named Joseph Mathew

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Joseph Mathew:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Joseph?
The first name Joseph originates from Hebrew. From Hebrew Yosef (יוֹסֵף), meaning "God will add." Central figure in both the Old Testament and in Christian tradition as the husband of Mary.
When was Joseph most popular?
The name Joseph reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Mathew?
The surname Mathew originates from Vietnamese. Mathew is a masculine given name and a variant of Matthew. It is also used as a surname. Mathew Baynton (born 1980), English actor and comedian Mat Erpelding (born 1975), American politician Mathew Horne (born 1978), English actor and comedian Mat Kearney (born 1978), American singer-songwriter Mat Latos (born 1987), American Major League Baseball pitcher Mat Mendenhall (born 1957), American former National Football League player Mathew Knowles (born 1952), record executive, band manager and father of Beyoncé and Solange Mat Osman (born 1967), English musician, bassist of the rock band Suede M.
What are the origins of the name Joseph Mathew?
The name Joseph Mathew combines two different traditions: the first name Joseph has Hebrew roots, while the surname Mathew originates from Vietnamese.
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