Matthew Joe

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Joe — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Joe 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 Joe: Anthony Joe (born 1996), Australian badminton player Billy Joe (American football) (born 1940), American football player and coach Connor Joe (born 1992), American baseball player Isaiah Joe (born 1999), American basketball player Leon Joe (born 1981), American football player Rita Joe (1932–2007), Mi'kmaq poet and songwriter Sam Joe (born 1989), Australian rugby league footballer Ellen Joe, a Zenless Zone Zero character Jō (surname) 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: Joe

English

Anthony Joe (born 1996), Australian badminton player Billy Joe (American football) (born 1940), American football player and coach Connor Joe (born 1992), American baseball player Isaiah Joe (born 1999), American basketball player Leon Joe (born 1981), American football player Rita Joe (1932–2007), Mi'kmaq poet and songwriter Sam Joe (born 1989), Australian rugby league footballer Ellen Joe, a Zenless Zone Zero character Jō (surname)

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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 Joe

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 Joe:

3
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Joe?
The surname Joe originates from English. Anthony Joe (born 1996), Australian badminton player Billy Joe (American football) (born 1940), American football player and coach Connor Joe (born 1992), American baseball player Isaiah Joe (born 1999), American basketball player Leon Joe (born 1981), American football player Rita Joe (1932–2007), Mi'kmaq poet and songwriter Sam Joe (born 1989), Australian rugby league footballer Ellen Joe, a Zenless Zone Zero character Jō (surname)
What are the origins of the name Matthew Joe?
The name Matthew Joe combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Joe originates from English.
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