Matthews
boy name#7679 in 2025Matthews entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #943 in 1882, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#7679
rank today
#943
peak (1882)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #943 |
| 1890s | #1074 |
| 1900s | #1220 |
| 1910s | #2232 |
| 1920s | #2417 |
| 1930s | #2765 |
| 1940s | #2258 |
| 1950s | #2357 |
| 1960s | #2546 |
| 1970s | #2829 |
| 1980s | #2151 |
| 1990s | #3791 |
| 2000s | #4965 |
| 2010s | #8077 |
| 2020s | #6948 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Matthews are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Matthews alive today was born around 1977, making them about 48 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Matthews in 2025?
- Matthews ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Matthews most popular?
- Matthews peaked in 1882, reaching #943 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Matthews with classmates?
- Matthews will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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