Girl
Maddie
woman from Magdala, tower
About Maddie
Maddie bursts with youthful energy and spirited charm, capturing the essence of joy and spontaneity. While often considered a nickname, Maddie stands confidently as a given name, offering immediate warmth and approachability. This choice suggests parents who value authenticity and aren't constrained by formality conventions.
The double 'd' gives the name a bouncy, rhythmic quality that matches the playful personality many associate with it. Maddie feels inherently friendly and down-to-earth, the type of person others naturally gravitate toward. It's easy to imagine a Maddie as a loyal friend, enthusiastic teammate, or creative spirit.
The name's informality becomes its strength, creating instant accessibility without sacrificing substance. As your daughter matures, Maddie can project either professional competence or casual friendliness depending on context.
This name works particularly well for families who embrace a relaxed, contemporary approach to life. Maddie radiates positivity and approachability, qualities that open doors and forge connections throughout life's journey.
Popularity of the Name Maddie
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | #938 | #306 | #447 | #347 | #494 |
| 2023 | #835 | #380 | #386 | #307 | #667 |
| 2024 | #842 | #364 | #244 | #654 | |
| 2025 | #927 | #358 | #305 | #562 | |
| 1997 | #719 | ||||
| 1998 | #558 | ||||
| 1999 | #530 | ||||
| 2000 | #487 | ||||
| 2001 | #433 | ||||
| 2002 | #410 | ||||
| 2003 | #346 | ||||
| 2004 | #284 | ||||
| 2005 | #277 | ||||
| 2006 | #288 | ||||
| 2007 | #300 | ||||
| 2008 | #314 | #816 | |||
| 2009 | #292 | ||||
| 2010 | #313 | #867 | |||
| 2011 | #367 | ||||
| 2012 | #266 | #837 | |||
| 2013 | #296 | #518 | |||
| 2014 | #317 | #417 | |||
| 2015 | #269 | #389 | #357 | ||
| 2016 | #306 | #244 | #772 | ||
| 2017 | #359 | #359 | #912 | ||
| 2018 | #393 | #584 | #742 | ||
| 2019 | #541 | #427 | #475 | #667 | |
| 2020 | #444 | #370 | #751 | #703 | |
| 2021 | #388 | #258 | #380 | #599 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Maddie
Names Similar to Maddie
Nicknames for Maddie
- Mad
- Mads
- Addie
- Maddums
Famous People Named Maddie
| Maddie Ziegler | American dancer and actress |
| Maddie Marlow | American country music singer - Maddie & Tae |
| Maddie Baillio | American actress and singer |
| Maddie Poppe | American singer-songwriter, winner of American Idol - Season 16 |
| Maddie Corman | American actress |
| Maddie Larkin | Irish singer-songwriter |
| Maddie Meyer | American sports photographer |
| Maddie McCann | English child who disappeared in 2007 - notable for the search efforts |
| Maddie Hasson | American actress |
| Maddie Bowman | American freestyle skier and Olympic gold medalist |
| Maddie Mastro | American snowboarder |
| Maddie Studdon | Australian rugby league player |
| Maddie Oberg | American nurse and wife of basketball player Joel Embiid |
| Maddie Rooney | American ice hockey player and Olympic gold medalist |
| Maddie Szeryk | Canadian golfer |
| Maddie Briann Aldridge | Daughter of singer Britney Spears |
| Maddie Bisanz | Wife of professional golfer Rickie Fowler |
| Maddie Hinch | British field hockey player and Olympic gold medalist |
Characters Named Maddie
| Maddie Fitzpatrick | From the TV show "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody" |
| Maddie Grimes | From the book "Maddie on Things" by Theron Humphrey |
| Maddie Graham | From the TV show "Instant Star" |
| Maddie Tyler | From the TV show "Touch" |
| Maddie Healy | From the TV show "Missing" |
| Maddie Rooney | From the TV show "Liv and Maddie" |
| Maddie Bishop | From the TV show "NCIS" |
| Maddie Kendall | From the TV show "Snatch" |
| Maddie Burbank | From the movie "Love Finds You in Valentine" |
| Maddie Hayes | From the movie "Ski Party" |
| Maddie White | From the TV show "Joanie Loves Chachi" |
| Maddie Cormack | From the TV show "800 Words" |
| Maddie Bosch | From the TV show "Bosch" |
| Maddie Deline | From the TV show "Las Vegas" |
| Maddie Olsen | From the movie "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II - The Secret of the Ooze" |
| Maddie West | From the TV show "Hollyoaks" |
| Maddie Monroe | From the movie "Singin' in the Rain" |
| Maddie Coleman | From the TV show "Gotham" |