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Matthews is primarily known as an Anglo-Saxon surname derived from the given name Matthew, which comes from the Hebrew name Matityahu, meaning "gift of Yahweh" or "gift of God." As a first name, Matthews is uncommon but represents a trend of using traditional surnames as given names. It carries a formal, distinguished quality with its plural form distinguishing it from the more common Matthew. The name has biblical associations through the apostle Matthew and projects reliability and tradition. While not ranked among popular first names in most countries, Matthews has occasional usage, particularly in families looking to honor ancestors with the Matthews surname or seeking a slightly distinctive variation on Matthew.

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