Maddox
Maddox: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmædəks/
Meaning and origin of Maddox
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Borrowed from Welsh Madog.
How popular is Maddox?
Since 1880, 1,825 girls and 47,119 boys in the U.S. have been named Maddox (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1739 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #136 in 2017. In 2025 it ranked #210 for boys, with 1,730 babies given the name.
Names similar to Maddox
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Sibling name ideas for Maddox
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Maddox FAQ
What does the name Maddox mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. Borrowed from Welsh Madog.
What is the origin of the name Maddox?
Maddox is listed as a name of Welsh origin.
How popular is the name Maddox?
Since 1880, 1,825 girls and 47,119 boys in the U.S. have been named Maddox (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1739 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #136 in 2017. In 2025 it ranked #210 for boys, with 1,730 babies given the name.
Is Maddox a boy or girl name?
Maddox is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,825 girls and 47,119 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.