Maddie Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAD-ee //ˈmædi//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: Child of the earth; Hebrew: Woman of Magdala
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maddie is often considered a diminutive of the name Madeline, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Magdalene, meaning 'of Magdala.' Magdala was a town on the Sea of Galilee, and the name is historically associated with Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in the New Testament. The name Madeline entered the English language through the French form 'Madeleine,' which became popular in the 12th century.
The transition from Hebrew to Greek and then to Latin and Old French illustrates the name's journey through various cultures and languages before arriving in English. Throughout history, the name Madeline has been borne by various notable figures, including saints and literary characters.
One of the most famous early uses of the name in English literature can be traced to the 19th century with the publication of works such as 'Madeline' by Ludwig Bemelmans, which contributed to the name's cultural resonance. Additionally, the name has been associated with the biblical Mary Magdalene, who is often depicted as a symbol of redemption and devotion, further enhancing the name's significance in Christian tradition.
Culturally, the name Maddie has come to evoke a sense of warmth and familiarity, often associated with youthful exuberance and kindness. The diminutive form Maddie has been embraced in various contexts, reflecting a trend in naming practices where affectionate or shortened versions of names gain popularity.
This connection to the original name Madeline underscores a broader cultural appreciation for names that carry historical weight while also being accessible and endearing.
Famous people named Maddie
In this section, you will find notable people named Maddie. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Maddie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Maddie who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Maddie Ziegler is a dancer and actress best known for Dance Moms, Sia's music videos, and The Fallout.
Maddie Meyer is a sports photographer best known for her work with the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots.
Fictional characters named Maddie
The following list of fictional characters named Maddie is a work in progress. If you would like to suggest an additional character, please send us the character's name along with a brief, one-sentence description of what they are best known for.
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Maddie Fenton is a fictional character from the animated television series Danny Phantom. She is the mother of the main character, Danny, and a skilled ghost hunter who plays a significant role in the series.
Sibling suggestions
If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Maddie, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.
Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Maddie. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maddie was first seen in the United States in 1893.
Maddie has ranked as high as #1054 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Maddie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maddie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Maddie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Maddie (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 48 | |
| CA | 24 | |
| TN | 16 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| NC | 15 | |
| NY | 15 | |
| IL | 11 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| KY | 8 | |
| LA | 8 | |
| MN | 8 | |
| UT | 8 | |
| AL | 8 | |
| PA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Maddie.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 321 |
| 2023 | 327 |
| 2022 | 288 |
| 2021 | 242 |
| 2020 | 202 |
| 2019 | 213 |
| 2018 | 214 |
| 2017 | 208 |
| 2016 | 248 |
| 2015 | 254 |
| 2014 | 220 |
| 2013 | 193 |
| 2012 | 192 |
| 2011 | 188 |
| 2010 | 173 |
| 2009 | 218 |
| 2008 | 198 |
| 2007 | 165 |
| 2006 | 147 |
| 2005 | 147 |
| 2004 | 141 |
| 2003 | 132 |
| 2002 | 105 |
| 2001 | 121 |
| 2000 | 113 |
| 1999 | 65 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1997 | 55 |
| 1996 | 42 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1987 | 66 |
| 1986 | 45 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1893 | 6 |