A pretty name with that fashionable V intitial, little known outside of Latvia.

The most popular variation of this Biblical name is Mateo, which has now surpassed the classic Matthew. Matteo is not far behind, and other variations are rising fast as well. Mateos is a variation used throughout Ethiopia that has yet to make it to the Western world, despite its super cool sound and wide appeal.

Possibly a spin on Damir, a Slavic name from the elements "give" and "peace, world" or from a revolutionary slogan. But the name's usage in the US seems more likely to be tied to its fashionable sound, echoing names like Amiri and Damari.

A gallicized spelling of Mazhe, itself a Breton version of Matthew, which is currently popular for baby boys in France. In the English-speaking world, where the é accent is not always recognized, there is great potential for confusion with the name Mae.

Mattis was most popular in Scandinavia in the 2000s and 2010s, and is now seeing success in Germany. In the US, it's most familiar as a surname.

The ultimate ethereal name for lovers of fairies, pixies, and sprites.

The Hebrew variation of Jonathan, occasionally heard in the US.

The young male star Shia LaBeouf has given this name a male image, but many would consider its sound soft and feminine.

The oldest form of Matthew, from the Hebrew roots mattan, meaning "gift", and yah, "God". Also written as Mattitihiah, this form appears on several figures in the Old Testament, along with a priest who played an instrumental role in the Maccabean Revolt of the 2nd-century (BC) and thus, the name is mentioned in a prayer said during Hannukah.

An appealing Hindi name borne by Mindy Kahling's architect father Avu Chokalingam. She bestowed it on her son Spencer as a middle name in 2020.

A beautiful and evocative Greek mythology name which was also borne by a 4th century saint. A unique alternative to Theodora.

An old-fashioned Dorothy short form — today we prefer Dolly, Dot, or Dottie.

Addai is derived from Thaddai, the original Aramaic form of Thaddeus. We prefer this derivative to Thad, which is twice as common.

Typically a masculine name in Turkey and Arabic countries.

Commonly found in France — you're more likely to meet a Matthias in the US.

Izya is a unisex Russian nickname, used for Isaak and Isidore for boys, and for Isabel and Isidora for girls. Unlike other Russian nicknames (Sasha, Anya, Sonya), this has not caught on internationally yet.

Friendly and charming international variation of Matthew, common in Estonia.

Diarra has a nice meaning, but we could see it leading to possible teasing re association with a certain digestive problem.