gender neutral
Madison
son of Maud
About Madison
Embrace the evolution of naming traditions with this versatile choice that demonstrates how names can transcend traditional gender boundaries while maintaining universal appeal. Madison offers parents a name with established recognition and social acceptance while providing their son with something that feels both familiar and distinctive. The classic American sound creates immediate comfort and accessibility across different cultural and social contexts. This name has proven its staying power across generations, suggesting it will continue to serve well throughout your son's lifetime without feeling dated or tied to specific time periods. The structure allows for various nickname possibilities while maintaining its full impact in formal situations and professional environments. Madison represents an excellent choice for families appreciating names that offer both recognition and individuality, providing their son with a solid foundation for success in any field he chooses to pursue.
Popularity of the Name Madison
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #370 | ||
| 1881 | #311 | ||
| 1882 | #342 | ||
| 1883 | #366 | ||
| 1884 | #409 | ||
| 1885 | #406 | ||
| 1886 | #444 | ||
| 1887 | #400 | ||
| 1888 | #410 | ||
| 1889 | #375 | ||
| 1890 | #524 | ||
| 1891 | #392 | ||
| 1892 | #436 | ||
| 1893 | #595 | ||
| 1894 | #616 | ||
| 1895 | #546 | ||
| 1896 | #578 | ||
| 1897 | #603 | ||
| 1899 | #571 | ||
| 1900 | #613 | ||
| 1901 | #906 | ||
| 1902 | #987 | ||
| 1903 | #514 | ||
| 1904 | #746 | ||
| 1905 | #689 | ||
| 1906 | #666 | ||
| 1907 | #579 | ||
| 1908 | #861 | ||
| 1910 | #808 | ||
| 1911 | #700 | ||
| 1912 | #732 | ||
| 1913 | #663 | ||
| 1914 | #684 | ||
| 1915 | #687 | ||
| 1916 | #741 | ||
| 1917 | #829 | ||
| 1918 | #807 | ||
| 1919 | #844 | ||
| 1920 | #840 | ||
| 1921 | #839 | ||
| 1922 | #771 | ||
| 1923 | #763 | ||
| 1924 | #813 | ||
| 1925 | #833 | ||
| 1926 | #892 | ||
| 1927 | #863 | ||
| 1928 | #990 | ||
| 1929 | #910 | ||
| 1930 | #964 | ||
| 1934 | #964 | ||
| 1935 | #936 | ||
| 1936 | #830 | ||
| 1939 | #878 | ||
| 1940 | #961 | ||
| 1944 | #981 | ||
| 1946 | #997 | ||
| 1947 | #902 | ||
| 1951 | #985 | ||
| 1952 | #975 | ||
| 1987 | #822 | ||
| 1988 | #953 | ||
| 1989 | #882 | ||
| 1990 | #846 | ||
| 1991 | #771 | #705 | |
| 1992 | #778 | #606 | |
| 1993 | #694 | #697 | |
| 1994 | #676 | #276 | #609 |
| 1995 | #627 | #378 | #569 |
| 1996 | #638 | #262 | #677 |
| 1997 | #633 | #292 | #611 |
| 1998 | #753 | #671 | |
| 1999 | #875 | #263 | #750 |
| 2004 | #858 | ||
| 2000 | #812 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Madison
Names Similar to Madison
Nicknames for Madison
- Mad
- Maddy
- Son
- Madi
