Matthew Judge

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Judge — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Judge 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 Judge: Judge is an occupational surname of British origin. The first recorded instance of the surname is in 1309 in the Middle, English Occupation Register, Worcester, England. Arline Judge (1912–1974), American actress Christopher Judge (born 1964), American actor David Judge (actor) (born 1983), British actor Frank Judge (1946–2021), American poet, publisher, translator, journalist, film critic, teacher, and arts administrator Gurbani Judge (born 1987), Indian Actress and Model better known as VJ Bani Jack Judge (1872–1938), British songwriter Jonathan Judge, American television director and produc. 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: Judge

English

Judge is an occupational surname of British origin. The first recorded instance of the surname is in 1309 in the Middle, English Occupation Register, Worcester, England. Arline Judge (1912–1974), American actress Christopher Judge (born 1964), American actor David Judge (actor) (born 1983), British actor Frank Judge (1946–2021), American poet, publisher, translator, journalist, film critic, teacher, and arts administrator Gurbani Judge (born 1987), Indian Actress and Model better known as VJ Bani Jack Judge (1872–1938), British songwriter Jonathan Judge, American television director and produc.

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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 Judge

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 Judge:

11
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Judge?
The surname Judge originates from English. Judge is an occupational surname of British origin. The first recorded instance of the surname is in 1309 in the Middle, English Occupation Register, Worcester, England. Arline Judge (1912–1974), American actress Christopher Judge (born 1964), American actor David Judge (actor) (born 1983), British actor Frank Judge (1946–2021), American poet, publisher, translator, journalist, film critic, teacher, and arts administrator Gurbani Judge (born 1987), Indian Actress and Model better known as VJ Bani Jack Judge (1872–1938), British songwriter Jonathan Judge, American television director and produc.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Judge?
The name Matthew Judge combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Judge originates from English.
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