Matthew Trimmer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Matthew Trimmer — gift of God
986K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Matthew Trimmer 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 Trimmer: Arthur Trimmer (1805-1877), early Western Australian settler Barry Trimmer, English scientist studying biomechanics Ed Trimmer (born 1952), American legislator in the Kansas House of Representatives Eric J. 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: Trimmer

English

Arthur Trimmer (1805-1877), early Western Australian settler Barry Trimmer, English scientist studying biomechanics Ed Trimmer (born 1952), American legislator in the Kansas House of Representatives Eric J.

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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 Trimmer:

6
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Trimmer?
The surname Trimmer originates from English. Arthur Trimmer (1805-1877), early Western Australian settler Barry Trimmer, English scientist studying biomechanics Ed Trimmer (born 1952), American legislator in the Kansas House of Representatives Eric J.
What are the origins of the name Matthew Trimmer?
The name Matthew Trimmer combines two different traditions: the first name Matthew has Hebrew roots, while the surname Trimmer originates from English.
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