Maddox
Maddox is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Son of Madoc; fortunate or goodly.
Origin and history
Maddox is a name of Welsh origin derived from Madoc, meaning fortunate or goodly. It surged in popularity in the early 21st century in the United States, partially boosted by high-profile celebrity usage. Today it remains a well-established modern choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
47,119 babies in the United States have been named Maddox since 1880. It ranks #528 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #187.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.5 %)
- CA (8.6 %)
- FL (5.6 %)
- NC (4.6 %)
- OH (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 62 |
| 2000-2010 | 9,539 |
| 2010-2019 | 25,675 |
| 2020-2029 | 11,843 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the ancient Welsh personal name Madoc, meaning fortunate or beneficent.
- Maddox entered widespread mainstream U.S. usage in the early 2000s and quickly became a staple contemporary choice.