Girl · 431st of 35,406
Madisyn
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
17,208
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2010
Peak Popularity Year
950
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Madisyn stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Madisyn is a modern American name derived from the surname Madison, which means 'son of Maud,' with roots in the Old French and Germanic languages. It evolved from Mathilda to Maud, and then to Madison. The name is perceived as trendy and is popular among younger generations. It does not have biblical significance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmædɪsɪn/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Madisyn is a modern variation of the name Madison, which originally comes from a surname derived from a place name meaning 'son of Maud.' The name Maud itself is derived from the Old French form of the Germanic name Mathilda.
Meaning
son of Maud
Language Evolution
Mathilda, Maud, Madison
Historical Usage
The name Madison gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century, particularly after being used as a given name for girls, and Madisyn emerged as a contemporary variant in the 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Madison, Maddie, Madi
Modern Popularity & Image
Madisyn is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a youthful and creative image.
Famous People
Madisyn Shipman, an American actress and singer, Madisyn McKenzie, a social media influencer
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 950 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 7 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3609th of 27321 | 436 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 431st of 35406 | 11,326 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 649th of 30306 | 5,441 |