Matthew Gipson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Gipson — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Gipson 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 Gipson: Alvin Gipson (1914–1987), American baseball player Andy Gipson (born 1976), American politician Charles Gipson (born 1972), American baseball player Fred Gipson (1908–1973), American writer Graham Gipson (1932–2023), Australian sprinter Helen Gipson (born 1961), British Scrabble player Joella Gipson (1929–2012), American musician and mathematician Ken Gipson (born 1996), German footballer Lawrence H. 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: Gipson

English

Alvin Gipson (1914–1987), American baseball player Andy Gipson (born 1976), American politician Charles Gipson (born 1972), American baseball player Fred Gipson (1908–1973), American writer Graham Gipson (1932–2023), Australian sprinter Helen Gipson (born 1961), British Scrabble player Joella Gipson (1929–2012), American musician and mathematician Ken Gipson (born 1996), German footballer Lawrence H.

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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 Gipson

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 Gipson:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Gipson?
The surname Gipson originates from English. Alvin Gipson (1914–1987), American baseball player Andy Gipson (born 1976), American politician Charles Gipson (born 1972), American baseball player Fred Gipson (1908–1973), American writer Graham Gipson (1932–2023), Australian sprinter Helen Gipson (born 1961), British Scrabble player Joella Gipson (1929–2012), American musician and mathematician Ken Gipson (born 1996), German footballer Lawrence H.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Gipson?
The name Matthew Gipson combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Gipson originates from English.
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