Matthew Leeds

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Leeds — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Leeds 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 Leeds: Leeds is a surname of English origin. It is likely derived from the city of Leeds in West Yorkshire or the village of Leeds in Kent. Alan Leeds (born 1947), American music executive Alfred Nicholson Leeds (1847–1917), English amateur paleontologist Andrea Leeds (1914–1984), American film actor Andrew Leeds (rugby) (born 1964), Australian rugby footballer Anthony Leeds (1925–1989), American anthropologist Billy Leeds (1880–1955), Australian rules footballer Charles J. Leeds, American politician, Mayor of New Orleans 1874–76 Doug Leeds (born 1968), American businessman Douglas B. 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: Leeds

English

Leeds is a surname of English origin. It is likely derived from the city of Leeds in West Yorkshire or the village of Leeds in Kent. Alan Leeds (born 1947), American music executive Alfred Nicholson Leeds (1847–1917), English amateur paleontologist Andrea Leeds (1914–1984), American film actor Andrew Leeds (rugby) (born 1964), Australian rugby footballer Anthony Leeds (1925–1989), American anthropologist Billy Leeds (1880–1955), Australian rules footballer Charles J. Leeds, American politician, Mayor of New Orleans 1874–76 Doug Leeds (born 1968), American businessman Douglas B.

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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 Leeds

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 Leeds:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

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

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 Leeds?
The surname Leeds originates from English. Leeds is a surname of English origin. It is likely derived from the city of Leeds in West Yorkshire or the village of Leeds in Kent. Alan Leeds (born 1947), American music executive Alfred Nicholson Leeds (1847–1917), English amateur paleontologist Andrea Leeds (1914–1984), American film actor Andrew Leeds (rugby) (born 1964), Australian rugby footballer Anthony Leeds (1925–1989), American anthropologist Billy Leeds (1880–1955), Australian rules footballer Charles J. Leeds, American politician, Mayor of New Orleans 1874–76 Doug Leeds (born 1968), American businessman Douglas B.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Leeds?
The name Matthew Leeds combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Leeds originates from English.
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