Madisen

“A variation of 'Madison', often interpreted as 'son of the mighty warrior'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7120US 2023

16Births / yr

↑Rising

5kAll-time births

📅 Since 198600.02% of births at peak

What does Madisen mean and where does it come from?

Madisen is a modern variation of the name Madison, which became popular in the late 20th century. Initially, Madison was a surname that transitioned into a first name, especially for girls. The name reflects a growing trend of using surnames as first names, and it has a boisterous yet feminine appea

Cultural significance

Madisen has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variation of 'madison', often interpreted as 'son of the mighty warrior'..

Peak popularity

Reached #653 in 2000 — currently #7120 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Madisen?

Madisen works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Madisen Grace

How popular is Madisen right now?

Rising fast — up 1721 spots — currently #7120 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#7120 · Top 5.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7120	16	▲ up 1721 · +33% births
2022	#8841	12	▼ down 1343 · -20% births
2021	#7498	15	▼ down 2450 · -40% births
2020	#5048	25	▼ down 2226 · -60% births
2015	#2822	62	▼ down 1089 · -49% births
2010	#1733	121	▼ down 713 · -49% births
2005	#1020	239	▼ down 367 · -37% births
2000	#653	378	▲ up 529 · +159% births
1995	#1182	146	▲ up 2438 · +387% births
1990	#3620	30	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Madisen

Best Year2000Rank #653

Peak Count378

Average Rank#3954

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Madisen

Madisen is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1986. With 4,989 total births recorded, Madisen remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3620 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7120 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Madisen in 2000:

Emily Hannah Madison Ashley Sarah

Madisen by decade

Madisen peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	82
1990s	1,626
2000s ★	2,613
2010s	643
2020s	25

💎With 4,989 total births, Madisen is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Madisen?

Common

MadMadieMadyIsen

What names sound and feel like Madisen?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Madisen also consider these

Madissen

American · a modern variant

Madysen

American · A beloved name

Maddisen

Scandinavian · Scandinavian

American · May's son/child

Jamisen

American · Son of James

Common questions about the name Madisen

What does the name Madisen mean?

Madisen means "A variation of 'Madison', often interpreted as 'son of the mighty warrior'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Madisen?

Madisen is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Madisen?

Madisen originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Madisen?

Madisen pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Madisen a common or rare name?

Madisen is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.