Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Madisen is an English name derived from the surname Madison, which means 'son of Maud'. Its linguistic roots trace back to the Germanic Mathilde, evolving through various forms over time. The name is characterized by modern trends and is often seen as fresh and vibrant. It has no biblical relevance and became popular as a feminine name in the late 20th century.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmædɪsən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Madisen is a modern variation of the name Madison, which originally was a surname derived from the medieval given name 'Maddison', meaning 'son of Maud'. The name Maud itself comes from the Old French form of the Germanic name 'Mathilde', meaning 'mighty in battle'.
Meaning
son of Maud
Language Evolution
Mathilde, Maud, Maddison, Madison
Historical Usage
Madisen gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a feminine variant of Madison.
Variants & Derivatives
Madison, Maddie, Madi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Madisen is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and creativity.
Famous People
Madisen Beaty, Madisen Ward
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 378 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 37 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2336th of 27321 | 801 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1006th of 35406 | 3,830 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4157th of 30306 | 421 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.48% 1934th/3685 |
79.42% 3554th/4475 |
54.70% 2841st/5194 |
23.52% 1486th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.06% 736th/4582 |
29.01% 1498th/5164 |
17.64% 1290th/7313 |
11.85% 884th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.61% 3052nd/3984 |
76.96% 3453rd/4487 |
58.71% 4005th/6822 |
79.84% 5011th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2336th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1006th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4157th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.