Madisson

“son of Maud” — Associated with the city of Madison

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1490US 2023

146Births / yr

↑Rising

1.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 198900

How to pronounce Madisson

MAD·uss·UHN

/ˈmæd.əss.ˈən/ · stress on MAD · 3 syllables

“son of Maud”

Associated with the city of Madison · American origin

What does Madisson mean and where does it come from?

Madisson is a modern variation of the name Madison, which has its origins as a surname. The name gained popularity as a given name for females in the late 20th century in the United States, often associated with the city of Madison, Wisconsin. The meaning 'son of Maud' goes back to English roots, bu

Cultural significance

Madisson has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of son of maud.

Peak popularity

Reached #2480 in 1997 — currently #1490 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Madisson?

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

Madisson Grace

How popular is Madisson right now?

Rising fast — up 374 spots — currently #1490 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#1490 · Top 1.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1490	146	▲ up 374 · +34% births
2022	#1864	109	▲ up 591 · +49% births
2021	#2455	73	▲ up 326 · +24% births
2020	#2781	59	▲ up 2274 · +119% births
2015	#5055	27	▼ down 253 · -10% births
2010	#4802	30	▼ down 1353 · -32% births
2005	#3449	44	▼ down 826 · -23% births
2000	#2623	57	▲ up 304 · +39% births
1995	#2927	41	▲ up 9753 · +583% births
1990	#12680	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Madisson

Best Year2023Rank #1490

Peak Count146

Average Rank#4013

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Madisson

Madisson is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 1,186 total births recorded, Madisson remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12680 in 1990 to #1490 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Madisson in 1997:

Emily Jessica Ashley Sarah Hannah

Madisson by decade

Madisson peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	6
1990s	328
2000s ★	448
2010s	345
2020s	59

💎With 1,186 total births, Madisson is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Madisson?

Common

MadMadieMadyIsson

What names sound and feel like Madisson?

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

Madison

American · son of Maud,

Madiyson

American · English

Madysson

American · Variant of Madison,

Adisson

American · English

Marison

American · Of the sea;

Matison

American · English

Mattison

American · Son of Matthew

Matteson

American · son of Matta

Common questions about the name Madisson

What does the name Madisson mean?

Madisson means "son of Maud" — 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 Madisson?

Madisson is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Madisson have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Madisson?

Madisson 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.

How do you pronounce the name Madisson?

Madisson is a three-syllable name pronounced M AE1 D AH0 S S AH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Madisson?

Madisson 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.