Matthew Fulton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Fulton — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Fulton 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 Fulton: Adam Kelso Fulton (1929-1994), Scottish rugby union internationalist Alexander Fulton (1805–1885), founder of the Iowa State Agricultural Society Alice Fulton (born 1952), poet, author Angus Fulton (1900–1983), British civil engineer Angus Robertson Fulton (1871–1958), Scottish engineer and academic Anne Fulton (1951–2015), Canadian activist Arnold Fulton (born 1931), British entrepreneur and inventor Arthur Fulton (sport shooter) (1887–1972), British sport shooter Arthur Fulton (engineer) (1853–1889), New Zealand engineer Bob Fulton (1947–2021), Australian former rugby league footballer and c. 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: Fulton

Scottish

Adam Kelso Fulton (1929-1994), Scottish rugby union internationalist Alexander Fulton (1805–1885), founder of the Iowa State Agricultural Society Alice Fulton (born 1952), poet, author Angus Fulton (1900–1983), British civil engineer Angus Robertson Fulton (1871–1958), Scottish engineer and academic Anne Fulton (1951–2015), Canadian activist Arnold Fulton (born 1931), British entrepreneur and inventor Arthur Fulton (sport shooter) (1887–1972), British sport shooter Arthur Fulton (engineer) (1853–1889), New Zealand engineer Bob Fulton (1947–2021), Australian former rugby league footballer and c.

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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 Fulton

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 Fulton:

7
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Fulton?
The surname Fulton originates from Scottish. Adam Kelso Fulton (1929-1994), Scottish rugby union internationalist Alexander Fulton (1805–1885), founder of the Iowa State Agricultural Society Alice Fulton (born 1952), poet, author Angus Fulton (1900–1983), British civil engineer Angus Robertson Fulton (1871–1958), Scottish engineer and academic Anne Fulton (1951–2015), Canadian activist Arnold Fulton (born 1931), British entrepreneur and inventor Arthur Fulton (sport shooter) (1887–1972), British sport shooter Arthur Fulton (engineer) (1853–1889), New Zealand engineer Bob Fulton (1947–2021), Australian former rugby league footballer and c.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Fulton?
The name Matthew Fulton combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Fulton originates from Scottish.
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