Kenneth vs Matthew
Comparing Kenneth and Matthew? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Kenneth ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Gaelic naming roots (meaning "Handsome, born of fire"). Matthew sits in the Top 100 tier with Hebrew origins (meaning "Gift of God").
Kenneth
- Meaning: Handsome, born of fire
- Origin: Gaelic
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Kenneth name page
Matthew
- Meaning: Gift of God
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Matthew name page
Which name is more popular: Kenneth or Matthew?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kenneth ranks higher (Top 100) than Matthew (Top 100).