Maddox Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Maddox is a Welsh name derived from 'Madoc,' meaning 'fortunate' or 'benefactor.' It evolved from historical forms such as Madoc and Maddock. The name reflects traits of strength and uniqueness, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity as a first name in recent decades.

The name Maddox is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, Maddox has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maddox' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12589th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 314th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 158th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3831st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2012th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maddox' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maddox"

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Pronunciation

/ˈmæd.ɒks/

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Origin

Welsh

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Etymology

The name Maddox is derived from the Welsh surname 'Madoc,' which means 'benefactor' or 'fortunate.' It can also be interpreted as 'son of Madoc.'

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Meaning

fortunate, benefactor

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Language Evolution

Madoc, Maddock, Maddox

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Historical Usage

Maddox gained popularity as a first name in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries.

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Variants & Derivatives

Madoc, Maddock, Maddie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Maddox is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with strength and uniqueness.

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Famous People

Maddox Chivan, son of actor Angelina Jolie, Maddox Crum, a notable American musician

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maddox"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Maddox"

"Maddox" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 12589th of 16616 16
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 314th of 24088 16,222
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 158th of 23106 29,200
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 3831st of 35406 593
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 2012th of 30306 1,166

Regional Popularity of "Maddox" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
6.42%
294th/4582
7.05%
364th/5164
3.56%
260th/7313
4.86%
363rd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
3.84%
153rd/3984
4.28%
192nd/4487
2.02%
138th/6822
3.03%
190th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Maddox" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
94.98%
4352nd/4582
- 36.41%
2663rd/7313
70.95%
5295th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
72.09%
2872nd/3984
70.69%
3172nd/4487
25.15%
1716th/6822
42.91%
2693rd/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Maddox"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Maddox" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.