Maddie
Maddie is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
High tower; woman from Magdala; or son of Maud.
Origin and history
Maddie is an English name primarily used as a diminutive for classic names like Madeline, Madelein, or the modern popular choice Madison. It derives ultimately from roots meaning 'of Magdala' or 'son of Maud'. In the United States, it has been used both as a pet name and as a standalone given name for girls.
Popularity in the United States
6,253 babies in the United States have been named Maddie since 1880. It ranks #2154 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #900.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13 %)
- CA (8.4 %)
- TN (6.5 %)
- PA (4.7 %)
- NC (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 32 |
| 1910-1920 | 107 |
| 1920-1930 | 108 |
| 1930-1940 | 75 |
| 1940-1950 | 46 |
| 1950-1960 | 13 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 197 |
| 1990-2000 | 401 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,487 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,106 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,664 |
Famous people named Maddie
- Maddie Ziegler: dancer, actress
- Maddie Hasson: actress
- Maddie Poppe: singer, songwriter
Fun facts
- Although originally an informal nickname for Madeline or Madison, Maddie has gained steady ground as an official given name on U.S. birth certificates.
- When derived from Madeline, the root connects back to Magdala, an ancient town on the Sea of Galilee.