Matthew Hyatt

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Hyatt — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Hyatt 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 Hyatt: Alpheus Hyatt (1838–1902), American naturalist and paleontologist Amy J. Hyatt (born 1955), American diplomat Art Hyatt (1912–1991), American basketball player Campbell C. Hyatt (1880–1945), Virginia state senator Charles Hyatt (1931–2007), Jamaican actor Charley Hyatt (1908–1978), American basketball player Christopher Hyatt (1943–2008), American occultist, author and founder of the Extreme Individual Institute Dave Hyatt (born 1972), American software engineer Derek Hyatt (1931–2015), British landscape painter Elizabeth Hyatt, American Union nurse and ambulance driver during the American Civ. 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: Hyatt

English

Alpheus Hyatt (1838–1902), American naturalist and paleontologist Amy J. Hyatt (born 1955), American diplomat Art Hyatt (1912–1991), American basketball player Campbell C. Hyatt (1880–1945), Virginia state senator Charles Hyatt (1931–2007), Jamaican actor Charley Hyatt (1908–1978), American basketball player Christopher Hyatt (1943–2008), American occultist, author and founder of the Extreme Individual Institute Dave Hyatt (born 1972), American software engineer Derek Hyatt (1931–2015), British landscape painter Elizabeth Hyatt, American Union nurse and ambulance driver during the American Civ.

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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 Hyatt

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 Hyatt:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Hyatt?
The surname Hyatt originates from English. Alpheus Hyatt (1838–1902), American naturalist and paleontologist Amy J. Hyatt (born 1955), American diplomat Art Hyatt (1912–1991), American basketball player Campbell C. Hyatt (1880–1945), Virginia state senator Charles Hyatt (1931–2007), Jamaican actor Charley Hyatt (1908–1978), American basketball player Christopher Hyatt (1943–2008), American occultist, author and founder of the Extreme Individual Institute Dave Hyatt (born 1972), American software engineer Derek Hyatt (1931–2015), British landscape painter Elizabeth Hyatt, American Union nurse and ambulance driver during the American Civ.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Hyatt?
The name Matthew Hyatt combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Hyatt originates from English.
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