Matthew Mistry

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Mistry — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Mistry 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 Mistry: Mistry, or Mistri (Gujarati: મિસ્ત્રી, Hindi: मिस्त्री, Punjabi: ਮਿਸਤਰੀ, Marathi: मिस्त्री), is an Indian Vishwakarma surname. The name can be found among people from Maharashtra,Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Bangladesh. This surname is used by Vishwakarma communities of India. It is an occupational surname. They are well known for their skills and arts. Most people with this surname reside outside India. Out of 1,000 people of Indian heritage in the United Kingdom and United States, every 70th person uses the Mistry 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: Mistry

Vietnamese

Mistry, or Mistri (Gujarati: મિસ્ત્રી, Hindi: मिस्त्री, Punjabi: ਮਿਸਤਰੀ, Marathi: मिस्त्री), is an Indian Vishwakarma surname. The name can be found among people from Maharashtra,Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Bangladesh. This surname is used by Vishwakarma communities of India. It is an occupational surname. They are well known for their skills and arts. Most people with this surname reside outside India. Out of 1,000 people of Indian heritage in the United Kingdom and United States, every 70th person uses the Mistry 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

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Matthew Mistry:

5
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant 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 Mistry?
The surname Mistry originates from Vietnamese. Mistry, or Mistri (Gujarati: મિસ્ત્રી, Hindi: मिस्त्री, Punjabi: ਮਿਸਤਰੀ, Marathi: मिस्त्री), is an Indian Vishwakarma surname. The name can be found among people from Maharashtra,Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Bangladesh. This surname is used by Vishwakarma communities of India. It is an occupational surname. They are well known for their skills and arts. Most people with this surname reside outside India. Out of 1,000 people of Indian heritage in the United Kingdom and United States, every 70th person uses the Mistry surname.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Mistry?
The name Matthew Mistry combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Mistry originates from Vietnamese.
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