gender neutral
Madison
son of Matthew, strong fighter
About Madison
Contemporary and confident, Madison has become a powerhouse name in recent decades. Its surname-turned-first-name trajectory gives it a modern, professional edge that parents find appealing. The strong "Mad" beginning balances beautifully with the softer "-ison" ending, creating a name that sounds both capable and approachable. Madison works equally well in childhood and adulthood, transitioning seamlessly from playground to boardroom. The name carries an American sensibility—straightforward, unpretentious, and grounded. Girls named Madison often project natural confidence and adaptability, comfortable in various settings and social situations. Built-in nicknames like Maddie offer versatility while the full name maintains sophistication. It's a choice that reflects contemporary values while providing lasting appeal.
Popularity of the Name Madison
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | #625 | ||||
| 1986 | #366 | ||||
| 1987 | #326 | ||||
| 1988 | #299 | ||||
| 1989 | #222 | ||||
| 1990 | #203 | ||||
| 1991 | #128 | #128 | |||
| 1992 | #107 | #200 | #104 | ||
| 1993 | #78 | #195 | #88 | ||
| 1994 | #51 | #89 | #67 | ||
| 1995 | #29 | #61 | #591 | #30 | |
| 1996 | #15 | #34 | #21 | ||
| 1997 | #10 | #221 | #39 | #17 | |
| 1998 | #9 | #204 | #21 | #11 | |
| 1999 | #7 | #165 | #20 | #9 | |
| 2000 | #3 | #118 | #18 | #509 | #7 |
| 2001 | #2 | #96 | #14 | #474 | #4 |
| 2002 | #2 | #85 | #18 | #489 | #4 |
| 2003 | #3 | #74 | #20 | #476 | #4 |
| 2004 | #3 | #47 | #22 | #267 | #5 |
| 2005 | #3 | #36 | #29 | #259 | #5 |
| 2006 | #3 | #39 | #20 | #168 | #8 |
| 2007 | #5 | #39 | #14 | #155 | #9 |
| 2008 | #6 | #55 | #17 | #112 | #10 |
| 2009 | #7 | #59 | #20 | #96 | #12 |
| 2010 | #8 | #68 | #20 | #100 | #15 |
| 2011 | #8 | #75 | #20 | #89 | #17 |
| 2012 | #9 | #69 | #26 | #100 | #20 |
| 2013 | #9 | #89 | #27 | #102 | #26 |
| 2014 | #9 | #113 | #32 | #86 | #26 |
| 2015 | #11 | #113 | #35 | #89 | #28 |
| 2016 | #15 | #124 | #38 | #108 | #31 |
| 2017 | #17 | #118 | #31 | #98 | #42 |
| 2018 | #22 | #133 | #55 | #137 | #43 |
| 2019 | #26 | #164 | #69 | #158 | #55 |
| 2020 | #23 | #165 | #54 | #150 | #46 |
| 2021 | #29 | #164 | #44 | #106 | #47 |
| 2022 | #34 | #163 | #67 | #124 | #41 |
| 2023 | #37 | #177 | #44 | #179 | #52 |
| 2024 | #45 | #158 | #67 | #147 | #60 |
| 2025 | #40 | #176 | #77 | #152 | #69 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Madison
Names Similar to Madison
Nicknames for Madison
- Maddy
- Maddie
- Mads
- Sonny
Famous People Named Madison
| Madison Keys | American tennis player |
| Madison Pettis | American actress |
| Madison Beer | American singer |
| Madison Kocian | American gymnast |
| Madison De La Garza | American actress |
| Madison Chock | American ice dancer |
| Madison Hildebrand | American real estate agent |
| Madison Hubbell | American ice dancer |
| Madison McKinley | American model |
| Madison Hsu | Taiwanese actress |
| Madison Iseman | American actress |
| Madison McLaughlin | American actress |
| Madison Paige | French singer |
| Madison Prewett | American television personality |
| Madison Rayne | American professional wrestler |
| Madison Riley | American actress |
| Madison Ryann Ward | American singer-songwriter |
| Madison Violet | Canadian folk music duo |
| Madison Wolfe | American actress |
| Madison Young | American pornographic actress |
Characters Named Madison
| Madison Montgomery | American Horror Story |
| Madison Clark | Fear the Walking Dead |
| Madison Russell | Godzilla - King of the Monsters |
| Madison Finn | book series by Laura Dower |
| Madison Rocca | Power Rangers Mystic Force |
| Madison Jeffries | Marvel Comics character |
| Madison Duarte | Bones TV series |
| Madison O'Donnell | Zoey 101 TV series |
| Madison Blackstone | The Haunting of Bly Manor |
| Madison Sinclair | Veronica Mars TV series |
| Madison Maxey | Liv and Maddie TV series |
| Madison Morgan | White Chicks |
| Madison Westerbrook | Scream Queens TV series |
| Madison Drake | Doctor Who TV series |
| Madison James | Eyes Wide Open by Ted Dekker |
| Madison Lewis | Malibu Rescue |