Origin and Meaning of Johnmatthew

Meaning & Origin

Combination of 'John' and 'Matthew', meaning 'God is gracious' and 'Gift of God', respectively.

Origin: English - John is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. Matthew comes from the Hebrew name Matityahu, meaning 'Gift of God'.

Interesting Facts

  • John and Matthew are both prominent biblical names, significant in Christian traditions.
  • The name Johnmatthew is a modern compound name that reflects a blend of traditional names often used in English-speaking cultures.
  • Notable bearers of the individual names include John the Baptist and Matthew, one of the twelve apostles and the author of the Gospel of Matthew.
  • While John and Matthew were extremely popular in their own right, the compound name Johnmatthew has seen limited use, reflecting current trends of combining classic names.
  • Variations and derivatives include names like John-Matthew, Jon-Matthew, and other combinations that reflect the same root meanings.