Mathews
Meaning
The surname Mathews is derived from the given name 'Mathew', which has Hebrew origins. The name 'Mathew' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Matityahu', meaning 'gift of Yahweh' or 'Gift of God'.
Origin
The Mathews surname has English, Welsh and Scottish roots. It developed as a patronymic surname, indicating 'son of Mathew' or 'descendant of Mathew'. The surname Mathews is also associated with the Welsh form of the name, 'Mathew'.
Frequency
In Wales, the surname Mathews is most commonly found in Pembrokeshire, in southwestern Wales and in Gwynedd and Flintshire in Northern Wales.
In the US, the surname Mathews is most commonly found in
1. Missouri
2. Virginia
3. Washington
4. New York
5. Ohio