Madison
English girl's name meaning “son of Maud”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- son of Maud
- Syllables
- 3
- Letters
- 7
- US rank (2023)
- #36
- Born in 2023
- 5,174
Meaning & origin
Madison began as a surname meaning 'son of Maud (or Matthew)'. Its use as a girl's name took off after the 1984 film Splash.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Madison ranked #36 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 5,174 US girls were given the name Madison.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #3 in 2003
“Unranked” means Madison was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Maddie
Madison: frequently asked questions
What does the name Madison mean?
Madison is a English name meaning "son of Maud". Madison began as a surname meaning 'son of Maud (or Matthew)'. Its use as a girl's name took off after the 1984 film Splash.
Where does the name Madison come from?
Madison is of English origin. Madison began as a surname meaning 'son of Maud (or Matthew)'. Its use as a girl's name took off after the 1984 film Splash.
Is Madison a boy or a girl name?
Madison is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Madison?
In 2023, 5,174 US girls were given the name Madison.
Is Madison a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Madison ranked #36 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Madison?
Common nicknames for Madison include Maddie.