Madison

Girl's name

Madison is an English surname turned given name. It means "son of Maud." Its popularity as a female name began in the 1980s.

Meaning Son of the mighty warrior
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 4,563 Falling
Peak year 2001

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Madison Beer - Singer and social media influencer.
  • Madison Keys - Professional tennis player.
  • Madison Pettis - Actress and model.
  • Madison Kocian - Olympic gymnast.
  • Madison Hubbell - Figure skater and Olympian.
  • Madison Chock - Ice dancer and Olympian.
  • Madison De La Garza - Actress (sister of Demi Lovato).
  • Madison Lintz - Actress (The Walking Dead).
  • Madison McLaughlin - Actress (Arrow, Supernatural).
  • Madison Iseman - Actress (Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle).

Sisters for Madison

Girl names closely related to Madison

Brothers for Madison

Boy names closely related to Madison

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Madison

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