Matthew Bocanegra

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Bocanegra — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Bocanegra is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Matthew is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Greek Matthaios, from Hebrew Mattityahu (מַתִּתְיָהוּ), meaning "gift of God." Author of the first Gospel. The surname Bocanegra: Carlos Bocanegra (born 1979), American soccer player Daniel Bocanegra (born 1987), Colombian football player Francisco González Bocanegra (1824–1861), Mexican poet Gertrudis Bocanegra (1765–1817), Mexican guerrilla fighter José María Bocanegra (1787–1862), Mexican politician Juan Pérez Bocanegra (d. 1645), friar and musician of the viceroyalty of Peru Raul Bocanegra (born 1971), American politician Suzanne Bocanegra, American artist Boccanegra, Italian surname Matthew is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 986K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Matthew reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Matthew

Meaning: gift of God

Hebrew

From the Greek Matthaios, from Hebrew Mattityahu (מַתִּתְיָהוּ), meaning "gift of God." Author of the first Gospel.

Surname: Bocanegra

Spanish

Carlos Bocanegra (born 1979), American soccer player Daniel Bocanegra (born 1987), Colombian football player Francisco González Bocanegra (1824–1861), Mexican poet Gertrudis Bocanegra (1765–1817), Mexican guerrilla fighter José María Bocanegra (1787–1862), Mexican politician Juan Pérez Bocanegra (d. 1645), friar and musician of the viceroyalty of Peru Raul Bocanegra (born 1971), American politician Suzanne Bocanegra, American artist Boccanegra, Italian surname

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Matthew 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 Matthew by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

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

  • Matt
  • Matthias
  • Mateo
  • Matteo
  • Mattheus

Notable People Named Matthew Bocanegra

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 Matthew Bocanegra:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Matthew?
The first name Matthew originates from Hebrew. From the Greek Matthaios, from Hebrew Mattityahu (מַתִּתְיָהוּ), meaning "gift of God." Author of the first Gospel.
When was Matthew most popular?
The name Matthew reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bocanegra?
The surname Bocanegra originates from Spanish. Carlos Bocanegra (born 1979), American soccer player Daniel Bocanegra (born 1987), Colombian football player Francisco González Bocanegra (1824–1861), Mexican poet Gertrudis Bocanegra (1765–1817), Mexican guerrilla fighter José María Bocanegra (1787–1862), Mexican politician Juan Pérez Bocanegra (d. 1645), friar and musician of the viceroyalty of Peru Raul Bocanegra (born 1971), American politician Suzanne Bocanegra, American artist Boccanegra, Italian surname
What are the origins of the name Matthew Bocanegra?
The name Matthew Bocanegra combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Bocanegra originates from Spanish.
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