Matthew Craver

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Craver — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Craver 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 Craver: Aaron Craver (born 1968), American former National Football League player Bill Craver (1844–1901), American Major League Baseball player Forrest Craver (1875–1958), American college football player and coach and athletic director Harrison Warwick Craver (1875–1951), American librarian and educator Keyuo Craver (born 1980), American football defensive back Margret Craver (1907–2010), American jeweler, metalsmith and arts educator Mario Craver (born 2006), American football player Nathaniel Craver (2002–2009), Russian child adopted by American citizens who were later convicted of involuntary man. 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: Craver

English

Aaron Craver (born 1968), American former National Football League player Bill Craver (1844–1901), American Major League Baseball player Forrest Craver (1875–1958), American college football player and coach and athletic director Harrison Warwick Craver (1875–1951), American librarian and educator Keyuo Craver (born 1980), American football defensive back Margret Craver (1907–2010), American jeweler, metalsmith and arts educator Mario Craver (born 2006), American football player Nathaniel Craver (2002–2009), Russian child adopted by American citizens who were later convicted of involuntary man.

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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 Craver

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 Craver:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

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

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 Craver?
The surname Craver originates from English. Aaron Craver (born 1968), American former National Football League player Bill Craver (1844–1901), American Major League Baseball player Forrest Craver (1875–1958), American college football player and coach and athletic director Harrison Warwick Craver (1875–1951), American librarian and educator Keyuo Craver (born 1980), American football defensive back Margret Craver (1907–2010), American jeweler, metalsmith and arts educator Mario Craver (born 2006), American football player Nathaniel Craver (2002–2009), Russian child adopted by American citizens who were later convicted of involuntary man.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Craver?
The name Matthew Craver combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Craver originates from English.
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