Matthiew is a name of French origin that comes from the Hebrew name Mattathias. The name Mattathias means "gift of God" or "gift of Yahweh." It is believed to have been derived from the Hebrew word "matay," which means "gift."
The name Matthiew has a long history dating back to biblical times. Mattathias was a Jewish priest who played a significant role in the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire during the 2nd century BCE. He refused to conform to the religious practices of the Seleucid rulers and instead chose to maintain his Jewish faith. His story is commemorated annually during the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah.
In France, the name Matthieu became popular in the Middle Ages and has been widely used ever since. Today, it remains a popular choice for parents looking for a strong, classic name with a rich history. Variations of the name include Mathieu (French), Mathew (English), and Mateo (Spanish). Despite these variations, all forms of the name share the same meaning: "gift of God.
The statistics presented show the number of babies named Matthiew born each year in the United States from 1987 to 2000. During this period, there were a total of 45 boys named Matthiew born across the country.
Looking at the data year by year, we can see that the most popular years for naming a child Matthiew were:
* 1995 with 9 births
* 1992 and 1998 with 6 births each
The years with the fewest Matthiew births were 1987, 1991, and 1996, with only 5 births each year.
Overall, the name Matthiew experienced some fluctuations in popularity during this time frame, but it remained relatively consistent, with an average of about 3 births per year over the course of these 14 years.