Matthew Demers

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Demers — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Demers 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 Demers: Dominique Demers (born 1956), doctor of children's literature, Quebec writer and screenwriter Eugene L. Demers (1842–1912), New York politician Gaston Demers (1935–2004), Canadian politician Isabelle Demers (born 1982), Canadian organist Jacques Demers (born 1944), Canadian hockey coach John Demers (born 1971), American attorney Jason Demers (born 1988), Canadian ice hockey player Jérôme Demers (1774–1853), Canadian educator Louis Julien Demers (1848–1905), merchant and federal politician from Quebec Louis Philippe Demers (1863–1951), lawyer and federal politician from Quebec Louis-Philippe De. 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: Demers

English

Dominique Demers (born 1956), doctor of children's literature, Quebec writer and screenwriter Eugene L. Demers (1842–1912), New York politician Gaston Demers (1935–2004), Canadian politician Isabelle Demers (born 1982), Canadian organist Jacques Demers (born 1944), Canadian hockey coach John Demers (born 1971), American attorney Jason Demers (born 1988), Canadian ice hockey player Jérôme Demers (1774–1853), Canadian educator Louis Julien Demers (1848–1905), merchant and federal politician from Quebec Louis Philippe Demers (1863–1951), lawyer and federal politician from Quebec Louis-Philippe De.

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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 Demers

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 Demers:

1
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

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

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 Demers?
The surname Demers originates from English. Dominique Demers (born 1956), doctor of children's literature, Quebec writer and screenwriter Eugene L. Demers (1842–1912), New York politician Gaston Demers (1935–2004), Canadian politician Isabelle Demers (born 1982), Canadian organist Jacques Demers (born 1944), Canadian hockey coach John Demers (born 1971), American attorney Jason Demers (born 1988), Canadian ice hockey player Jérôme Demers (1774–1853), Canadian educator Louis Julien Demers (1848–1905), merchant and federal politician from Quebec Louis Philippe Demers (1863–1951), lawyer and federal politician from Quebec Louis-Philippe De.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Demers?
The name Matthew Demers combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Demers originates from English.
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