Matthew

Matthew is a given name that originates from the Hebrew name Matityahu. The name is common in many cultures, with variations existing in different languages. The name is often associated with the biblical figure Matthew the Apostle, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus.

Etymology

The name Matthew is derived from the Hebrew name Matityahu, which means "gift of Yahweh". The name was later adapted into Greek as Matthaios, which was then Latinized as Matthaeus and eventually became Matthew in English.

Biblical Figure

Matthew the Apostle is a significant figure in Christianity. He is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and is also recognized as a saint in many Christian denominations. Matthew is traditionally believed to be the author of the Gospel of Matthew, one of the four canonical gospels in the New Testament.

Variations

The name Matthew has variations in different languages. Some of these include Matthieu in French, Matteo in Italian, Mateo in Spanish, and Matheus in Portuguese.

People Named Matthew

There are many notable people named Matthew. These include Matthew McConaughey, an American actor, Matthew Perry, a Canadian-American actor and comedian, and Matthew Stafford, an American football quarterback.

See Also

• List of biblical names
• List of people named Matthew

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