Matthew Coulson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Coulson — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Coulson 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 Coulson: People with the surname Amanda Coulson (born 1982), English amateur boxer and boxing coach Andy Coulson (born 1968), English journalist and political strategist Bernie Coulson (born 1965), Canadian actor Bob Coulson (1887–1953), American baseball player Catherine E. 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: Coulson

English

People with the surname Amanda Coulson (born 1982), English amateur boxer and boxing coach Andy Coulson (born 1968), English journalist and political strategist Bernie Coulson (born 1965), Canadian actor Bob Coulson (1887–1953), American baseball player Catherine E.

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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 Coulson

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 Coulson:

9
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Coulson?
The surname Coulson originates from English. People with the surname Amanda Coulson (born 1982), English amateur boxer and boxing coach Andy Coulson (born 1968), English journalist and political strategist Bernie Coulson (born 1965), Canadian actor Bob Coulson (1887–1953), American baseball player Catherine E.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Coulson?
The name Matthew Coulson combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Coulson originates from English.
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