Matthew Rehman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Rehman — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Rehman 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 Rehman: Rehman, alternative spelling of Rahman (name) Rehman (actor) (1921–1984), an Indian film actor Rehman (Pakistani actor) (1937–2005), a Pakistani-Bangladeshi film actor Surname Saleema Rehman (born 1990/91), Afghan refugee doctor Waheeda Rehman (born 1938), Indian actress Rehman Chishti (born 1978), British politician Rehman Dakait, Pakistani gangster Rehman Khalid (born 1993), Pakistani baseball player Rehman Rahi (1925–2023), Kashmiri poet, translator and critic Rehman Sobhan, Bangladeshi economist and freedom fighter Rehman Dheri, an archaeological site in Pakistan All pages with titles begi. 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: Rehman

Vietnamese

Rehman, alternative spelling of Rahman (name) Rehman (actor) (1921–1984), an Indian film actor Rehman (Pakistani actor) (1937–2005), a Pakistani-Bangladeshi film actor Surname Saleema Rehman (born 1990/91), Afghan refugee doctor Waheeda Rehman (born 1938), Indian actress Rehman Chishti (born 1978), British politician Rehman Dakait, Pakistani gangster Rehman Khalid (born 1993), Pakistani baseball player Rehman Rahi (1925–2023), Kashmiri poet, translator and critic Rehman Sobhan, Bangladeshi economist and freedom fighter Rehman Dheri, an archaeological site in Pakistan All pages with titles begi.

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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 Rehman

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 Rehman:

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Rehman?
The surname Rehman originates from Vietnamese. Rehman, alternative spelling of Rahman (name) Rehman (actor) (1921–1984), an Indian film actor Rehman (Pakistani actor) (1937–2005), a Pakistani-Bangladeshi film actor Surname Saleema Rehman (born 1990/91), Afghan refugee doctor Waheeda Rehman (born 1938), Indian actress Rehman Chishti (born 1978), British politician Rehman Dakait, Pakistani gangster Rehman Khalid (born 1993), Pakistani baseball player Rehman Rahi (1925–2023), Kashmiri poet, translator and critic Rehman Sobhan, Bangladeshi economist and freedom fighter Rehman Dheri, an archaeological site in Pakistan All pages with titles begi.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Rehman?
The name Matthew Rehman combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Rehman originates from Vietnamese.
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